Eli
Americannoun
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(in the Bible) a Hebrew judge and priest.
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Also Elie a male given name: from a Hebrew word meaning “height.”
noun
Example Sentences
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Former NFL quarterbacks Peyton and Eli Manning seemed to fear the worst while watching the situation unfold live on their alternative broadcast of the game on ESPN2.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2026
“Tough to watch,” Eli Manning said as a replay aired.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2026
Eli Lilly said patient safety is the company’s top priority, and they will “continue to review data, including any data regarding ophthalmic issues.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 19, 2026
Maria Eriksdotter has participated as a consultant in one-off meetings with BioArctic AB, Roche, Eli Lilly, Biogen/Eisai and Novo Nordisk, and has given lectures at symposia sponsored by Roche and BioArctic/Eisai.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 18, 2026
But Adina wanted to be near her parents, and Eli wanted to be as far from his own ghosts as possible.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
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