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Ervin

American  
[ur-vin] / ˈɜr vɪn /

noun

  1. Samuel James, Jr. Sam, 1896–1985, U.S. jurist and politician: senator 1954–74.

  2. a male given name.


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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

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

Ervin did not respond to a request for comment.

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

As the Santos were celebrating, Mandela laid into Ervin.

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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