Alan
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Alan Anderson, the title character of Courtney Maum’s comic novel “Alan Opts Out,” is the co-owner of a Connecticut advertising agency and a man exceedingly well-suited to his line of work.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
But when a pitch to a coveted client goes sideways, Alan begins to reconsider his career choice.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
He experienced Scottish Cup glory with Alan Stubbs, but his game went to a new level under Neil Lennon, who described McGinn as "the fulcrum" of his team.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
Roberts’ family attorney Alan Jackson, however, said “Kelly is not pillaging anything.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
Maybe I’d have an edge to beat Alan after all?
From "Black Brother, Black Brother" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
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