Carlson
Americannoun
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Anton Julius 1875–1956, U.S. physiologist, born in Sweden.
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Chester Floyd, 1906–68, U.S. inventor of xerographic copying process.
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Evans Fordyce 1896–1947, U.S. Marine Corps general in World War II.
Example Sentences
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“He has deep technical knowledge of our industry as well as extensive commercial experience and has proved himself in several key leadership positions,” Ericsson Chairman Jan Carlson said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 16, 2026
Mezrich’s “Checkmate” focuses on the 2022 Sinquefeld Cup scandal, where world champion Magnus Carlson accused Hans Niemann of cheating in his upset.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
Nancy Flury Carlson and Debbie Holecko met in third grade and have remained in regular contact as best friends since then—even though they haven’t lived in the same state for 60 years.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
Brad Carlson described a "bubbling" resentment between his mother and aunt.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
“No way we can defend a claim like this. Patrols will be looking for it. Corporate goons. Lawson & Carlson will want a piece, if it’s full salvage—” “It’s salvage all right,” Pima interrupted.
From "Ship Breaker" by Paolo Bacigalupi
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