Malachi
Americannoun
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a Hebrew prophet of the 5th century bc
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Douay spelling: Malachias. the book containing his oracles
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His mum has said it's important his story "doesn't scare people" because what happened to Malachi was very rare.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
The vaccine didn't come in time for Laine Lewis's son Malachi, now 12 years old.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
First, there’s true freshman phenom receiver Malachi Toney, who dropped exactly zero balls during the regular season and has two clutch touchdowns during the playoffs.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 11, 2026
Aquinas 59, San Dimas 41: Malachi Jones finished with 17 points to lead Aquinas in the 3A championship game.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2025
"Well, the truth is I am thinking of going myself," answered Malachi, coloring a little.
From Horace Chase by Woolson, Constance Fenimore
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