Harriman
Americannoun
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Edward Henry, 1848–1909, U.S. financier and railroad magnate.
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his son W(illiam) Averell 1891–1986, U.S. diplomat: governor of New York 1954–58.
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Example Sentences
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And that’s probably a fair statement,” Harriman said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 19, 2026
“Job growth in 2026 is likely to be notably more subdued than in 2025 and the preceding expansion years,” said Scott Clemons, chief investment strategist at Brown Brothers Harriman.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 20, 2025
“We need to look at every possible alternative in trying to develop a systemic approach to the restoration,” said Richard Harriman, a volunteer consultant for the Tachi Yokut Tribe.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 3, 2025
Thomas’ attacks were baseless, and both Condon and his boss, Secretary of Commerce W. Averell Harriman, resisted them.
From Slate ● Mar. 17, 2025
Mr. Harriman asked his chauffeur as they drove to his office.
From The Girl Scouts Rally Rosanna Wins by Katherine Keene Galt
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