Sarah
Americannoun
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the wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac. Genesis 17:15–22.
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a female given name.
noun
Etymology
Origin of Sarah
From Late Latin Sarra, from Greek Sárra, from Hebrew śārāh “princess”
Example Sentences
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Even so, there’s risk to global web connectivity, according to Oxford Analytica analysts Sarah Fowler and Tatia Bolkvadze.
From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026
Her shutdown defense on Sarah Strong in the Final Four showed she can handle tough assignments.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026
I’d sit with my coffee and catch up: Duncan’s article had gone viral, Lisa wanted someone to review a draft, Sarah had been invited to give feedback to a new platform for writers.
From Slate • Apr. 12, 2026
Glastonbury and Somerton MP Sarah Dyke has called for more help for rural communities amid risks people "will not be able to afford to heat their homes".
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
“Knowing Sarah, she probably made herself seem misunderstood so that they’d feel bad for her and let her off easy.”
From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen
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