Herbert
Americannoun
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Frank, 1920–86, U.S. science-fiction writer.
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George, 1593–1633, English clergyman and poet.
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Victor, 1859–1924, U.S. composer and orchestra conductor, born in Ireland.
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a male given name: from Old English words meaning “army” and “bright.”
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Edward, 1st Baron Herbert of Cherbury. 1583–1648, English philosopher and poet, noted for his deistic views
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his brother, George . 1593–1633, English Metaphysical poet. His chief work is The Temple: Sacred Poems and Private Ejaculations (1633)
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Zbigniew ( ə zˈbɪɡnɪəf), 1924–98, Polish poet and dramatist, noted esp for his dramatic monologues
Example Sentences
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Beer’s post announcing the engagement features several photos of the couple, including one of Herbert down on one knee and another of him carrying his smiling bride-to-be over his shoulder with her ring on display.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 28, 2026
It’s the seventh season for Justin Herbert, and the star quarterback is on his fifth offensive coordinator.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2026
DeChambeau had climbed to second and within one shot of leader Lucas Herbert with a birdie-birdie finish for a 66.
From Barron's ● Jul. 17, 2026
"I've got a lot of emotions, whether its relief or pride, or disappointment," Herbert told BBC Radio 5 Live.
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026
Dinner done and we sitting with our feet upon the fender, I said to Herbert, “My dear Herbert, I have something very particular to tell you.”
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
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