undersheriff
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of undersheriff
late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; see origin at under-, sheriff
Example Sentences
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Tyler, the former undersheriff, noted that McDonnell won’t answer directly to voters as chief.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2024
When Tardy was appointed undersheriff in late 2022, she made history as the first woman to serve in that role.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 25, 2024
Seconds later, he displayed a picture of the former undersheriff and, referencing the name of an alleged deputy gang linked to the East Los Angeles station, said: “And that’s a Caveman, isn’t it, sir?”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 14, 2024
Previously, the former undersheriff has cited a medical condition as his reason for refusing to testify.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 26, 2023
Turned out to be Wendle Meier, the undersheriff.
From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote
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