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Hooks

American  
[hooks] / hʊks /

noun

  1. Benjamin Lawson, 1925–2010, U.S. lawyer, clergyman, and civil rights advocate: executive director of the NAACP 1977–93.


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He gave a long list of previous cast members, noting several who had died including veteran SNL-ers Chris Farley and Norm MacDonald along with Gilda Radner, Jan Hooks and Phil Hartman.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2025

Or “Love Is a Dream,” a fantastic 1987 swoon into a bygone era and lost youth featuring Jan Hooks, Phil Hartman, a romantic Bing Crosby track and a tiara in a safety deposit box.

From Salon • Jan. 16, 2025

“The impacts can go far beyond the actual impact of the storm,” Erik A. Hooks, deputy director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, said during the briefing.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2024

“We are thrilled by Judge Cohen’s ruling, and the expansion of democracy to include our DeKalb neighbors, and levels the playing field for our coalition,” said Mary Hooks, a lead organizer for the coalition.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 27, 2023

Alvin Hooks held the swinging door for him, and Ole shuffled past with his cane in his right hand and his left at the small of his back.

From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson

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