Sentence examples for a john from inspiring English sources

The phrase "a john" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used as a slang term for a male client of a prostitute.
Example: "The police arrested several men, including a john, in the sting operation."
Alternatives: "a client" or "a customer".

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He's such a John".

7) a. John ain't called me.

An E2D-ROPS prototype was designed, constructed and mounted on a John Deere 60 C tractor.

Of course, in this case, a john isn't just a john — it's a symbol.

It must be a JOHN WATERS event.

Always a john and never a hooker.

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(51) a. John cut the meat with a knife.

(vi) a. John regretted that Jane married Tom.

(26) a. John only [VP introduced [BILL]F to Sue].

(31) a. John wiped the tablei [PROi clean].

(5) a. John thinks that Mary has to be innocent.

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