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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Ervin Graves should "provide recommendations" on Pakistan's policy and investment engagement strategies, and identify possible investors, it says.
From Barron's ● Jul. 17, 2026
The contract directs Capitol Hill-headquartered Ervin Graves Strategy Group to engage with the US Congress and government, and facilitate meetings including with Pentagon and National Security Council officials.
From Barron's ● Jul. 17, 2026
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 succeeded in obtaining the support of 101 out of 128 members of Congress from the eleven original Confederate states.
From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
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