Leah
Americannoun
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Also Lia (in the Bible) the first wife of Jacob.
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a female given name: from a Hebrew word meaning “weary.”
noun
Example Sentences
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The workout builds strength and flexibility while improving balance and coordination, said instructor Leah Gutentag, who’s been a lifeguard and swim instructor for the city of Santa Monica for about 12 years.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2026
Leah, 54, remembers bringing up the subject of menopause to her mother and aunts, to their horror.
From Salon • Jun. 14, 2026
That was impacted by injuries to captain Leah Williamson, who started just two Women's Super League games for Arsenal this season in a disrupted campaign.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Leah Koch-Blumhardt, director of communications and one of its fourth-generation owners, said the company used to overstaff but not this year.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026
Kate, Ferdie, and Henry Jr. lived with Leah and Daniel for a bit.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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