JOHN DOE Synonyms: 25 Similar and Opposite Words

John Doe

noun

ˈjän-ˈdō

Definition of John Doe

as in Joe Blow

an average or ordinary man to John Doe the most important issues in any election are usually those that affect his wallet

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Recent Examples of John Doe Peacock says to her knowledge, Pumphrey is the oldest John Doe ever identified with genetic genealogy. — Scott Neuman, NPR, 23 June 2026 Most of the tour’s SoCal appearances have had two opening acts, Lucinda Williams and the John Doe Folk Trio, and there are no skips in that triple-bill. — Chris Willman, Variety, 21 June 2026 John Doe, who was formerly known as Camden 9B, has been identified as Private John Pumphrey, a teen from Anne Arundel County, Maryland, who joined the Revolutionary War in January 1777. — Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 19 June 2026 With Lucinda Williams and X band co-founder John Doe as his opening acts, Dylan’s show should be a welcome triple treat. — George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for John Doe

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Under secret balloting, someone might say, hey, here is $5 to vote for Joe Blow, but the voter could take the money and go into the curtained voting booth and vote for Bill Smith.

— Jay Ambrose, Star Tribune, 10 Aug. 2020

Definition of Joe Blow

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Wichai Yuankham, 35, a factory worker who came to watch the ships arrive, said the naval visit was a welcome boost to the local economy.

— Mosheh Gains, NBC news, 2 Sep. 2026
Changing majors and career paths The CNBC survey found that almost 40% of students and workers enrolled in school have considered changing their major, field of study or coursework due to AI, rising to 44% for students who are not employed.

— Sophie Caldwell, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2026

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