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Hodges

American  
[hoj-iz] / ˈhɒdʒ ɪz /

noun

  1. John Cornelius JohnnyRabbitJeep, 1906–70, U.S. jazz saxophonist.


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Several of his most valuable aides-de-camp, including writing partner Billy Strayhorn and star saxophonist Johnny Hodges, had struck out on their own, and for the only time, the Maestro’s own inspiration seemed to flag.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 8, 2026

One of the very first lawsuits filed against this settlement comes from two of the police officers who defended the Capitol on Jan. 6, Harry Dunn and Daniel Hodges.

From Slate May 26, 2026

Lainey Wilson and Devlin “Duck” Hodges made a splash last weekend, getting married Sunday at a picturesque waterfall in Tennessee.

From Los Angeles Times May 15, 2026

Hodges tells BBC News that director Merchant was "incredibly enthused from the beginning" about the idea.

From BBC Apr. 21, 2026

Before winter came again, Nat could find anything in the shop as quickly as Mr. Ropes or Mr. Hodges.

From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham

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