Alissa
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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But don’t tell that to Kevin and Alissa Kashani.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 6, 2026
Kevin and Alissa Kashani had a third child after moving to Florida, where a good education doesn’t require paying tuition or taking on a prohibitive mortgage.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 6, 2026
I walked it with Alissa Walker, whose Torched newsletter is the go-to place to learn how major sporting events impact the everyday lives of Angelenos.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 25, 2026
Baby Alissa suffered severe brain damage due to a lack of oxygen caused by the placenta coming away from the womb wall.
From BBC ● Mar. 19, 2026
“Call and discuss the detrimental effect of this decision on the health of the children and the health of the public in general,” Alissa said.
From Salon ● Sep. 12, 2025
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