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Brett

American  
[bret] / brɛt /
Or Bret

noun

  1. a male or female given name.


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During Tuesday’s argument, Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh voiced dismay over how this case arose.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 3, 2026

Artificial waves don’t replicate the same soul-refreshing experience as the ocean, said Brett Parkinson, 51, an attorney who lives in Park City, Utah.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 31, 2026

Explaining the inspiration behind the project, Mahlum told her more than 100,000 followers that she and her husband, Brett, want a home that reflects how they enjoy spending their time.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 30, 2026

Army Lieutenant General Brett Sylvia was removed this week from his role as head of strategy, plans and policy on the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the magazine reported, citing unidentified defense department officials.

From Barron's ● Oct. 29, 2026

What rot, I could hear Brett say it.

From "The Sun Also Rises" by Ernest Hemingway

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