melena
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of melena
< New Latin < Greek mélaina, feminine of mélās black
Example Sentences
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Beth Melena, Wolf's campaign spokeswoman, said the governor did not plan to return to Pittsburgh as part of Trump's visit on Tuesday.
From Fox News • Oct. 30, 2018
I have to be honest, while I felt that Melena was smart, I believe she came at this more of a champion of a cause than as an objective reporter.
From Slate • Aug. 31, 2018
Melena Hicker, a junior at Kentridge working as a sign-language interpreter for the rally, jumped up and down on the gym’s hardwood floor.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 15, 2018
In the meantime, they spoke to Melena Ryzik about their favorite blowouts and what it was like to be uncool kids.
From New York Times • Dec. 17, 2015
Please write to me here at Melena del Sur so I know you are well, and tell me about the family.
From "Across So Many Seas" by Ruth Behar
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