Chavez

American

[chah-vez, shah-, shuh-vez, chah-ves] / ˈtʃɑ vɛz, ˈʃɑ-, ʃəˈvɛz, ˈtʃɑ vɛs /

noun

Carlos 1899–1978, Mexican composer and conductor.
Cesar (Estrada) 1927–93, U.S. labor leader: organizer of migrant farmworkers.

Example Sentences

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"The US increasingly sees these groups as sophisticated transnational criminal organizations with regional reach," said Rebecca Bill Chavez, president of the Washington-based Inter-American Dialogue.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

The Times’ report on the allegations against Chavez, including from fellow labor leader Dolores Huerta, prompted officials to rename schools, monuments and state holidays.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

“It’s heartening to see that the message has been relayed,” Chavez Garcia said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

Banning 6, Durango 1: Oscar Chavez struck out five in 5⅔ innings.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

For a while she went out with Brian Chavez, and it was hard not to feel proud when she saw him on the football field.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger

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