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second man

British  

noun

  1. a person who assists the driver in crewing a locomotive

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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If France wins its next two games, he’ll become the second man to coach two World Cup champions.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 13, 2026

Taking to the pitch in Houston, the Portuguese had joined Messi as the second man to play in six World Cup tournaments.

From BBC Jun. 21, 2026

The second man reported a five-day history of headaches, vomiting, light sensitivity, neck pain and confusion, according to the report.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 16, 2026

He also became only the second man after Djokovic to complete the career 'Golden Masters' of winning all nine titles at least once.

From BBC May 28, 2026

"Your guard, is it?" a second man said.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin

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