Peggy
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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It’s a rare case of a revival that actually works, as Hank, Peggy and Bobby Hill have all grown older but not necessarily wiser.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026
In an interview with biographer Michael D’Antonio, Trump let slip that one of his favorite songs of all time was a schmaltzy piano ballad recorded by the late, great Peggy Lee.
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
The elderly Peggy invites the distraught traveler back to her welcoming old house to restore herself.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
“We remain committed to disciplined execution of our strategic priorities while continuing to allocate capital thoughtfully to drive long-term value and significant returns for our shareholders,” Chief Financial Officer Peggy Alford said.
From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026
They were a kindly couple, and I got the sense that Peggy in particular spends a lot of her time talking people into not quitting.
From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson
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