Velma
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Before he developed his rapid-fire rap delivery, 11-year-old Rhymes spent two summers living with his Aunt Velma in Morecambe.
From BBC • Nov. 9, 2024
One of CBS’ biggest hits, “Tracker,” showcases Robin Weigert and Abby McEnany as Teddi and Velma Bruin, the title character’s married handlers.
From Salon • Jul. 25, 2024
It’s hard to imagine Anita, Rose Alvarez and Velma Kelly without Chita Rivera, who first breathed life into these beloved Broadway characters.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 25, 2023
No one was remotely surprised when Rob Marshall’s flashily entertaining Broadway-to-Hollywood adaptation won six Oscars, including best picture and best supporting actress for Catherine Zeta-Jones, so riveting as the murderous chorine Velma Kelly.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2023
Right before Christmas, Mom drove Velma and me to Birmingham.
From "Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice" by Phillip Hoose
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