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Hoffman

American  
[hof-muhn] / ˈhɒf mən /

noun

  1. Malvina 1887–1966, U.S. sculptor.


Hoffman British  
/ ˈhɒfmən /

noun

  1. Dustin ( Lee ) (ˈdʌstɪn). born 1937, US stage and film actor. His films include The Graduate (1967), Midnight Cowboy (1969), All the President's Men (1976), Kramer vs Kramer (1979), Rain Man (1989), Accidental Hero (1992), and Moonlight Mile (2002)

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“Women of all incomes will prioritize self-care over other things and men almost always do not,” Hoffman said.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

Intentionally discussing aspirations and values instead can help daters determine if they align on spending and saving habits, dating coach Damona Hoffman said.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

It was once home to one of the West Coast’s finest theater schools, with alumni including Dustin Hoffman and Gene Hackman.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Six Flags said Dave Hoffman, its chief accounting officer, will serve as interim finance lead during the transition.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

“Miss Hoffman, I hope you understand, but I’d like to speak with Elizabeth privately.”

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin

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