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Andrea

American  
[an-dree-uh, ahn-, ahn-drey-uh] / ˈæn dri ə, ˈɑn-, ɑnˈdreɪ ə /

noun

  1. a first name, Latinized form of Andrew.


Example Sentences

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“I’m extremely disappointed, and I’m concerned about the cuts that will happen because there’s no secret pot of money,” said Andrea Miles, 42, an override supporter and departing member of the town’s elected selectboard.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

"Our study looked at cognitive enrichment from childhood to later life, focusing on activities and resources that stimulate the mind," said study author Andrea Zammit, PhD, of Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026

The blizzard of tries continued at the start of the second half, with Harvey Skinner and Andrea Zambonin crossing for the Chiefs and hooker Bautista Bernasconi going over in between for the Treviso side.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

Kiki Rice’s mother, Andrea, shared one of Michelle Betts’ posts, adding, “Choosing your school is a big decision. I am also happy to share how we, as her parents, and Kiki approached it.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

One of the parents called Andrea over so she could style her hair.

From "The Cinderella Ballet Mystery: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #4" by Carolyn Keene