Hugh
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Hugh
Variant of Hughes ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Hugh Ryan is an absolute superstar of queer history.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026
“The Death of Robin Hood,” released by A24, stars Hugh Jackman as Robin Hood, an outlaw who has no qualms about his crimes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026
His passion project is a new telling of an ancient tale starring Hugh Jackman.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026
Borrowing Gandalf’s hair and beard, Hugh Jackman plays the role as a worn-down elder equally given to ruthlessness and regret, setting the tone for a strange thematic mix.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026
Hugh has been advised to try again: scores can fluctuate according to stress and circumstance, and he's right on the cusp of Mensa qualification.
From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris
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