Myra
Americannoun
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an ancient city in SW Asia Minor, in Lycia.
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a female given name: from a Latin word meaning “extraordinary.”
Example Sentences
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Then again, the U.A.E. may need to be careful how much it expands production, as Myra P. Saefong explained.
From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026
Myra P. Saefong described market forces behind the continuing rally by gold and silver so far in 2026.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 16, 2026
A 1994 Threadgill release, “Song Out of My Trees,” included one track, “Over the River Club,” featuring pianist Myra Melford and four guitarists, among them Messrs. Ross and Harris.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 27, 2025
In a separate development, defence files from the trial of Brady and his accomplice, Myra Hindley, have recently been rediscovered by the journalist and author presenting the documentary, Duncan Staff.
From BBC • Jul. 30, 2025
“And of the nice ones,” I say, “it’s just you, me, and ... Myra, probably.”
From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth
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