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Desai

British  
/ dɛˈsaɪ /

noun

  1. Morarji ( Ranchhodji ) (məˈrɑːdʒɪ). 1896–1995, Indian statesman, noted for his asceticism. He founded the Janata party in opposition to Indira Gandhi, whom he defeated in the 1977 election; prime minister of India (1977–79)

  2. Kiran , born 1971, Indian writer; her novel The Inheritance of Loss (2006) won the Man Booker Prize

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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“The White House has always been clear that we expect our trade deal partners, including the European Union, to live up to their agreed-upon commitments,” said White House spokesman Kush Desai.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

Until recently, one of the now closed units was run by Paula Desai, a furniture restorer and novelty card maker.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

"Most people would appreciate a simple means to reduce their chances of experiencing another event," said Desai.

From Science Daily • May 1, 2026

Reacting to the data out Friday, White House spokesperson Kush Desai said the US economy "remains on a solid trajectory."

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

With characteristic courtesy, the Mahatma handed me this hastily-written note as Mr. Desai led our party from the writing room toward the guest house.

From Autobiography of a Yogi by Yogananda, Paramahansa

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