gelt
1 Americanverb
noun
verb
noun
Etymology
Origin of gelt
1890–95; < Yiddish < Middle High German geld money; in earlier British dial. uses < German or Dutch; see geld 2
Example Sentences
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My colleague Jessica Gelt reported that the Gamble House and Descanso Gardens appeared to be in no danger, which, being only a few miles from my home, was a huge relief.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 10, 2025
These talks with community stakeholders have confirmed what my colleague Jessica Gelt reported in May: that our local theaters are facing an unprecedented crisis.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 14, 2022
Times staff writers Jessica Gelt and Amy Kaufman contributed to this story.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2022
If I’m not mistaken Gelt wrote her story with musical rhythms in mind.
From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2020
It is as certain as the payment of a good draft, by Crommeline, Van Stopper, and Van Gelt, of Amsterdam.
From The Water-Witch or, the Skimmer of the Seas by Cooper, James Fenimore
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