Hines

American

[hahynz] / haɪnz /

noun

Earl Fatha, 1905–83, U.S. jazz pianist.
Jerome, 1921–2003, U.S. operatic basso.

Hines British

/ haɪnz /

noun

Earl, known as Earl "Fatha" Hines. 1905–83, US jazz pianist, conductor, and songwriter

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Cheryl Hines, Kennedy’s wife, said last year that Kennedy wakes up at 6:30 every morning to cook steak and eat sauerkraut.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026

"I've known and respected Jay Clayton for decades. His intelligence, temperament and deep commitment to public service will make him a terrific DNI," added Jim Hines, the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Backup astronaut Bob Hines will train alongside the primary crew and could replace any astronaut unable to fly the mission.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

DHS faces a new lawsuit over the apparent fast-track policy for Somalis, brought by Minnesota-based law firm Hines Immigration Law and Minneapolis-based group Advocates for Human Rights.

From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026

The other children dispersed, but I gave Mrs. Hines the same demonstration.

From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter

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