Boris
Americannoun
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In my case, I had a book about horror films, and it had the Boris Karloff one where he’s a priest or something — he’s got a black altar with white crosses.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026
Boris Baer, a UCR entomology professor and co-author of the study, emphasized the importance of collaboration with beekeepers.
From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026
Boris Nikolic, the Gates adviser, said what he shared was public information or material he was authorized to share.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said there would be "no military participation" from Germany, although Berlin was prepared to support diplomatic efforts to protect the strait.
From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026
The Babushkawoos fussed and complained, and Boris went so far as yelling, “Art is dumb,” whereupon Penelope gave him a look that could have thawed Siberia.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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