momo
Americannoun
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Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of momo
First recorded in 1920–25, momo is from Tibetan momo, mog mog
Example Sentences
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Standouts include the carnitas tacos and tamarind agua fresca at El Taco Torro, creative pies at Pizza Luna, house-smoked barbecue from Rollin Nolen’s BBQ, and Indian and Nepalese street food from Momo Dosa.
From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026
Tragically their four-year-old son Momo did not survive.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
Some schools warned parents about the 'Momo challenge' and the scary Momo image was subsequently shared because of the panic.
From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026
Special correspondent Momo Nagayama contributed to this report.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 29, 2024
“You can share with me,” Momo whispers, and slides her book between us.
From "The Fourteenth Goldfish" by Jennifer L. Holm
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