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Gretchen

American  
[grech-uhn, greyt-shuhn] / ˈgrɛtʃ ən, ˈgreɪt ʃən /

noun

  1. a female given name, form of Margaret.


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This aligns with the developments in the race, as Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, who was loath to get involved in the race, jumped in to endorse Stevens late in the contest.

From Slate Aug. 1, 2026

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer didn’t respond to requests for comment.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 26, 2026

A spokeswoman for Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said the bridge is crucial for the Michigan economy.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 11, 2026

“They’re dumping people in a dangerous place who are extremely vulnerable,” said Gretchen Kuhner, director of the Institute for Women in Migration, a nonprofit.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 21, 2026

Gretchen, head Flickite, walks in, sees me hyperventilating, then looks at the mirror, sees the writing, and smirks.

From "Please Ignore Vera Dietz" by A.S. King

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