talesman
Americannoun
plural
talesmenEtymology
Origin of talesman
Example Sentences
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On the first day, although she never glanced at a talesman, she had listened eagerly to every question, every answer, every challenge.
From Project Gutenberg
Not a talesman in the length and breadth of Brabant County who could swear truthfully that he had formed no opinion on the case.
From Project Gutenberg
One talesman's medical certificate, which reported a psychoneurosis, set him frowning.
From Time Magazine Archive
Talesman Owen Hensley knew that his brother Lige used to work in the coal mines, was surprised to hear that Lige is now with United Mine Workers of America in Harlan, reluctantly stepped from the box on that account.
From Time Magazine Archive
When defense attorneys asked the talesman: "Is any person connected with any of your families a member of the New York Stock Exchange?" he raised his hand and revealed what few persons know: "My grandfather is a member."
From Time Magazine Archive
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