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Alissa

American  
[uh-lis-uh] / əˈlɪs ə /
Also Alisa

noun

  1. a first name: from a Hebrew word meaning “joy.”


Example Sentences

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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

Despite those serious intentions, Angelenos have been poking fun at the “Great Green Bin Apocalypse of 2025,” as journalist and podcaster Alissa Walker framed the situation on Bluesky.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 16, 2025

While Alissa said she and her colleagues are extremely concerned and disappointed, she believes “good always comes out of the bad.”

From Salon • Sep. 12, 2025

“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

An important step in the quest to lessen anxiety is to stop fighting it, said Alissa Jerud, a clinical assistant professor at the University of Pennsylvania.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2025