Gus

American

[guhs] / gʌs /

noun

a male given name, form of Augustus or Gustave.

Example Sentences

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Gus Mattammal, 53, runs a tutoring company with a multistate portfolio and has served on elected and appointed boards in San Mateo County, including the Midcoast Community Council, which represents unincorporated areas.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Expect Americans to take fewer vacations or opt for smaller getaways closer to home as a result, Gus Faucher, PNC chief economist, tells Barron’s.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

Gus Atkinson has not played so far this season following the hamstring injury he suffered at the Ashes, but should be able to join Josh Tongue in the squad to take on New Zealand.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

Having made an initial foray into Sharks' territory, Segun was fed by Olly Hartley before stepping back inside to leave would-be tacklers Gus Warr and Rob du Preez clutching at thin air.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

Gus and Bertha weren’t the blessing type, but I guess they did it to be nice to their company.

From "Wish" by Barbara O'Connor

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