Gretchen
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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The 20-year-old woman was taken to the hospital, but sheriff’s spokesperson Gretchen Spiker said she was expected to survive.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 26, 2026
A spokeswoman for Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said the bridge is crucial for the Michigan economy.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 11, 2026
He ran for Michigan governor in 2018, but he lost the Democratic nomination to Gretchen Whitmer, who went on to serve for two terms.
From Slate ● Apr. 29, 2026
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer condemned what she called the "heartbreaking" attack.
From Barron's ● Mar. 12, 2026
You could tell Gretchen anything in strict confidence, knowing that five minutes later she would recall nothing but the play of shadows on your face.
From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris
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