daud
Britishnoun
Etymology
Origin of daud
C18: from earlier dad to strike, of unknown origin
Example Sentences
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"My brother was here in the camp," said Mohammad Daud, 28.
From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026
In a statement sent to the Associated Press, Information Minister Daud Aweys said the embargo lift will help modernize the country’s armed forces.
From Washington Times • Dec. 2, 2023
The Star newspaper cited Kampar police chief Mohamad Nazri Daud as saying the people were trapped when water levels rose during heavy rain Wednesday and flooded the cave’s exit.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 26, 2022
Daud Sultanzoy was Kabul’s last mayor under the republic and is one of the few officials who stayed on after the Taliban takeover to help with the transition.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 29, 2022
"Wallah!" exclaimed Sedjur, "and he told Daud that he was going to Damascus."
From The Treasure of the Tigris A Tale of Mesopotamia by Ferryman, A. F. Mockler
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