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Susan

American  
[soo-zuhn] / ˈsu zən /

noun

  1. a female given name, form of Susanna or Susannah.


Example Sentences

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The immediate aftermath of Susan Collins’ 2020 win had an air of finality to it.

From Slate • Jun. 16, 2026

The Democrat will face GOP incumbent Susan Collins this fall in a crucial Senate contest.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Susan Aitken added that the planning and consultation process regarding the land is likely to last until about 2030, partly because the wrecked building has a complicated ownership structure.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Unseating Sen. Susan Collins, the veteran Maine Republican, has been viewed as one of the party’s best chances, Brewer said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

We cannot get the houses built fast enough, and we are crammed together almost the way we were on the ’tween deck of the Susan Constant.

From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone

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