Derek
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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The actor, who was born and raised in Illinois, developed the story with “Nobody” screenwriter Derek Kolstad, best known for creating the “John Wick” franchise, and the two quickly bonded over a shared sensibility.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026
It’s hard to debunk false claims “coming with the seal of the federal government,” said Derek Tisler, counsel and manager with the Brennan Center for Justice’s elections and government program.
From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026
But employees like Derek aren’t quite as generous with their diagnosis: “They are getting cavities in their brains.”
From Slate • Apr. 9, 2026
Derek McInnes' side, whose lead over Rangers was reduced to a point at the weekend and are now just three clear of Celtic, entertain the Ibrox side on Monday, 4 May.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
Grub and Derek sitting on the veranda of the house in Dar es Salaam.
From "My Life with the Chimpanzees" by Jane Goodall
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