Lamar
Americannoun
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Joseph R., 1857–1916, U.S. jurist: associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court 1911–16.
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Lucius Quintus Cincinnatus 1825–93, U.S. politician and jurist: associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court 1888–93.
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a male given name.
Example Sentences
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McKenna said sparring partners from the UK and US have been flying over and added that Lamar would always be welcome "with an open invitation anytime".
From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026
There is also a heavy emphasis on celebrated voices of protest in music including Woody Guthrie, Bob Dylan, Nina Simone, Public Enemy, Kendrick Lamar and Springsteen himself.
From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026
He told us in confidence that merger talks among Kansas City Chiefs owner Lamar Hunt, Dallas Cowboys president Tex Schramm and Mr. Rozelle had concluded that morning.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
Andrew and Mike won’t soon forget, however, the majestic blast Andrew Lamb hit Saturday afternoon to help USC rout Lamar 19-6 and remain alive at College Station Regional.
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026
“Let’s see, last year it was Sam Houston, and the year before that, it was Lamar, I think, so that means that this year it’s supposed to be...oh.”
From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly
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