Harris
Americannoun
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Benjamin, c1660–c1720, English journalist who published the first newspaper in America 1690.
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Frank, 1856–1931, U.S. writer, born in Ireland.
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Joel Chandler 1848–1908, U.S. journalist, novelist, and short-story writer: creator of Uncle Remus.
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Julie, 1925–2013 U.S. actress.
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Kamala Devi born 1964, U.S. attorney and politician: vice president of the United States since 2021.
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Louis, 1921–2016, U.S. public-opinion pollster and columnist.
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Mark, 1922–2007, U.S. novelist.
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Roy, 1898–1979, U.S. composer.
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Thaddeus William, 1795–1856, U.S. entomologist: pioneer in applied entomology.
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Zellig Sabbatai 1909–92, U.S. linguist, born in Ukraine.
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a male given name.
noun
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Sir Arthur Travers, known as Bomber Harris. 1892–1984, British air marshal. He was commander-in-chief of Bomber Command of the RAF (1942–45)
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Frank. 1856–1931, British writer and journalist; his books include his autobiography My Life and Loves (1923–27) and Contemporary Portraits (1915–30)
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Joel Chandler. 1848–1908, US writer; creator of Uncle Remus
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Roy. 1898–1979, US composer, esp of orchestral and choral music incorporating American folk tunes
noun
Example Sentences
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He served as Harris County’s attorney between 2021 and 2026.
From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026
“AI may eventually kill off jobs, but that time is not now,” said Jamie Cox, managing partner at Harris Financial Group.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
In an emotional message posted on Radio 2's social accounts, the presenter - affectionately known as "Whispering" Bob Harris - thanked the BBC and his listeners for their support.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
It was in a state of limbo for months last year as Harris, one of the state’s most high-profile politicians, weighed whether to jump in.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
I’d figure out a way of helping Dad and visiting Mr. Harris.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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