Ervin
Americannoun
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Samuel James, Jr. Sam, 1896–1985, U.S. jurist and politician: senator 1954–74.
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a male given name.
Example Sentences
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By now Varga's ex-husband was making big strides politically and forming new friendships, among them popular actor Ervin Nagy.
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
A few weeks before Election Day, polls showed Ervin ahead.
From Salon • Oct. 31, 2025
Newby’s opponent — Sam J. Ervin IV, the son of a federal judge and the grandson of a legendary U.S. senator — depended mostly on $240,000 provided by North Carolina’s pioneering public financing system.
From Salon • Oct. 31, 2025
Model Ashley Graham and her husband Justin Ervin lived apart for many years in a long-distance relationship as did actor Helena Bonham Carter and director Tim Burton during their 13-year relationship.
From BBC • Sep. 7, 2025
Ervin, the Fifteens’ goalie, dove to the right.
From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John
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