- a variation of Cush.
Kush
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Kush
First recorded in 2003; shortening of Hindu Kush ( def. )
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“The administration will continue pushing our affordability agenda to enable Americans to keep more of their hard-earned money,” said White House spokesman Kush Desai in a written statement.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
Chris Spruce, who was the friends' former teacher, describes Jo and Kush as "a beacon example to our future students".
From BBC • May 24, 2026
“Kevin Warsh’s confirmation as the next Federal Reserve Chairman is a momentous step towards finally restoring accountability, competence, and confidence in Fed decision-making,” White House spokesman Kush Desai told Barron’s.
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
But a trip to a judo gym in Kazakhstan led to a more emotional moment for Kush, as it brought back memories of his late stepdad, Matt.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
Travelers on the Silk Road between China and the Mediterranean had to cross desert and the Hindu Kush, both formidable obstacles.
From "1491" by Charles C. Mann
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