Rivers
Americannoun
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Larry Yitzroch Loiza Grossberg, 1923–2002, U.S. painter.
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William Halse 1865–1922, English physiologist and anthropologist.
noun
Example Sentences
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A soundbite from comedian Sandra Bernhard describes Byrd as a “cultural avatar,” while the late Joan Rivers introduces Byrd on her early ’90s talk show as “one of New York’s best-kept secrets.”
From Salon ● Jul. 10, 2026
“We are pleased to have reached a tentative agreement with UAW Local 2093 at our Three Rivers Manufacturing Facility with a four-year contract,” a Dauch Corp. spokesman said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 11, 2026
Venture-capital firm General Catalyst—which committed over $700 million so far—led the funding round that also attracted interest from Atomico and Four Rivers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 3, 2026
In other races, Councilmember Tim McOsker had a wide lead over Green Party member Jordan Rivers for the 15th District seat, which includes Harbor City, San Pedro, Watts and Wilmington.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 3, 2026
Rivers, lakes, and seas were the only highways; there were no roads.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
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