Leila
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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She writes, “I wondered why he’d chosen him, rather than Leila, as his focus,” and guessed at how Jim might work with women based on this first film: “I assumed wrong.”
From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026
Among them is Leila Mir Ghaffari, who had been detained several times before, including during the women’s rights protests of 2022, according to two activists familiar with her situation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026
"One of the most powerful things that somebody can do within your life is simply acknowledge your baby - send a message," says founder of Little Wings of Hope, Leila Hobart.
From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026
Leila Edwards set up the goal, feeding Megan Keller in the high slot.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2026
On July 17, Terryl invited Jackie and Leila to the offices to meet with Daines and Baird.
From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel
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