Klein
Americannoun
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Felix 1849–1925, German mathematician.
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Melanie, 1882–1960, British psychoanalyst, specialist in treatment of children, born in Austria.
noun
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Calvin ( Richard ). born 1942, US fashion designer
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Melanie. 1882–1960, Austrian psychoanalyst resident in England (from 1926), noted for her work on child behaviour
Example Sentences
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“It’s been a boon to me and it sets my mind at ease, and it gives me the freedom to do things like travel without concern,” said Klein, 67.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 11, 2026
“I just wanted to see how he was because we’ve pushed him a little bit,” Roberts said about pulling Klein.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 11, 2026
And it’s the leitmotif of Klein and Thompson’s book.
From Salon ● Jul. 5, 2026
My mother and I changed our last name from Witz to Klein, her maiden name.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 23, 2026
They thought that was better, in case one broke down; Mr. Klein and his wife went, too, and finally Mother decided to go.
From "Z for Zachariah" by Robert C. O’Brien
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