Delia
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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After becoming concerned about the potential impact of this, Delia started campaigning for a safe place for cancer patients and those with weakened immune systems to wait before receiving treatment.
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026
It was introduced in the House in September by Rep. Delia Ramirez, a Democrat from Illinois.
From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026
Delia and Moira are perpetually switched on throughout their waking hours, as if they’re aware of the public’s inability to imagine them wearing anything other than their most corseted get-ups and a blazing red lip.
From Salon • Feb. 4, 2026
In Tim Burton’s breakthrough film, O’Hara played tragically hip Delia Deetz, the pretentious and self-absorbed stepmother of Winona Ryder’s Lydia.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2026
“Sorry,” Delia whispered halfheartedly as Mamá stroked her arm and held her and Velia close.
From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall
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