Calder

American

[kawl-der] / ˈkɔl dər /

noun

Alexander, 1898–1976, U.S. sculptor; originator of mobiles.

Calder British

/ ˈkɔːldə /

noun

Alexander. 1898–1976, US sculptor, who originated mobiles and stabiles (moving or static abstract sculptures, generally suspended from wire).

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Calder didn’t freak out until the next day.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

Calder knows he will get some grief from readers for falling for the scam.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

While Aer Lingus said the cancellations are because of aircraft maintenance, the travel journalist Simon Calder believes it could reflect the larger challenges many airlines are facing.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

Travel journalist Simon Calder said the shift reflects a much bigger change in traveller priorities.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Calder looked at the book in front of him.

From "Chasing Vermeer" by Blue Balliett

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