Derek
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Drew Gilpin Faust and Derek Bok continued teaching after their respective presidencies, too.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 23, 2026
Born Derek Andrews Safo on Sept. 5, 1982, in Hornsey, north London, to Ghanaian parents, Dasafo grew up primarily in England where he developed a love for literature and music.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 18, 2026
Speaking before Wednesday's Scottish Premiership visit of St Mirren, manager Derek McInnes confirmed his 31-year-old skipper had suffered a recurrence of the injury when both were at Hearts last season.
From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026
In Dolly Parton's hometown of Sevierville, chef Derek Green is on a mission to promote the farm-to-table movement and healthier grains.
From Barron's ● Sep. 3, 2026
Turning, I’m surprised to see Derek, the kid who works maintenance at the pool.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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