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Fred

American  
[fred] / frɛd /

noun

  1. a male given name, form of Frederick.


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Previously, McOsker had applauded Fred Brown for its work on recovery group homes elsewhere in San Pedro.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 17, 2026

One reason: As Fred Brock of the New York Times pointed out a generation ago in his best-selling book, most of us can retire on much less than we think.

From MarketWatch Jul. 17, 2026

It’s the title of Fred Schwed’s hilarious, cautionary investing tale.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 17, 2026

She starred in films alongside Alec Guinness, Fred Astaire and Peter O'Toole and appeared in musicals in New York and London.

From Barron's Jul. 17, 2026

Betsie held out her arms for the baby and at that moment Fred Koornstra opened the door from the shop.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom

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