Christy
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Edwin P., 1815–62, U.S. minstrel-show performer and producer.
Howard Chan·dler [chand-ler, chahnd-], /ˈtʃænd lər, ˈtʃɑnd-/, 1873–1952, U.S. illustrator and painter.
a male given name, form of Christopher.
a female given name, form of Christine.
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How to use Christy in a sentence
He attacked girlfriend Christy Mack “multiple times over 15 months.”
The MMA Fighters Have Gone Crazy: ‘Mayhem’ Miller the Latest in a Long Line of Psycho Pugilists | Robert Silverman | October 10, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTFrom Janay Rice to Christy Mack to Rihanna, our obsession with celebrity victims has reached an all-time high.
Why We're So Hard on Janay Rice and Celebrity Survivors of Abuse | Amy Zimmerman | September 15, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTA political fight between old rivals and bravery in the face of overwhelming force from both Ferguson, Mo., and Christy Mack.
The Best of the Beast, Aug 16-17: Ferguson, Porn Stars and Beer | The Daily Beast | August 16, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTThey persuaded Christy to call her dad—on the air—and come clean.
‘Car Talk’ Hosts to Retire: Best Moments With NPR’s Laughing Mechanics | Caitlin Dickson | June 9, 2012 | THE DAILY BEASTStop tweeting, texting, and talking on the phone this Sunday, writes Christy Turlington Burns, in honor of silenced mothers.
Christy Turlington Burns: Why You Should Stay Mum This Mother’s Day | Christy Turlington Burns | May 11, 2012 | THE DAILY BEAST
There was a high cold wind, which drove black dust over us till we were all like Christy Minstrels.
In the Ranks of the C.I.V. | Erskine ChildersCorny wanted to see Christy, and Mrs. Passford had begun to be uneasy that he did not return at dark.
Within The Enemy's Lines | Oliver OpticBut the steamer escaped from the numerous enemies that awaited her, and Christy got on board of her at the last minute.
Within The Enemy's Lines | Oliver Optic"Everything is ready, Christy, and I have only to touch the match to the shavings to make a beginning," replied Sampson.
Within The Enemy's Lines | Oliver Optic"But Christy is not at home, and we are somewhat anxious about him," added the mother, stating the facts in regard to her son.
Within The Enemy's Lines | Oliver Optic
British Dictionary definitions for Christy
Christie
/ (ˈkrɪstɪ) /
skiing a turn in which the body is swung sharply round with the skis parallel, originating in Norway and used for stopping, slowing down, or changing direction quickly
Origin of Christy
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