Herbert
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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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Herbert Hoover invented the “temporary” 1-cent-a-gallon federal gasoline tax to shore up deficits.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
Terence Herbert, SCC's chief executive, said he extended his "sincere condolences" to Brooke's family and friends.
From BBC • May 6, 2026
Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert was sacked 54 times in 2025, third most in the NFL, and finding offensive line depth was among the team’s priorities entering the draft.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026
Herbert Nappier, chief financial officer at Genuine Parts, told investors Tuesday that the automotive parts distributor incorporated depressed demand and higher supply prices into its fiscal-year outlook.
From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026
“I had forgotten that, Herbert, but I remember it now you speak of it.”
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
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