Arlene
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Arlene Spiegel, a New York-based restaurant consultant, said that it shouldn’t come as a surprise that no chain beyond McDonald’s has succeeded at rib sandwiches, and that only a few chains have even tried.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 29, 2026
Arlene, who came legally to work in Wales almost 24 years ago, said the recent protests had led to tensions in the community.
From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026
Maria’s mother warned her about Arlene, but she refuses to wallow in regret.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026
Arlene Spiegel, a New York-based restaurant consultant, said that’s a smart approach, especially since diners are becoming more flexible these days in terms of when they eat.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 11, 2026
The old summer people “used to try and fit in,” said Arlene Briard, a taxi driver who has lived here thirty-five years.
From "Class Matters" by The New York Times
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