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Malik

American  
[mah-lik, mal-ik] / ˈmɑ lɪk, ˈmæl ɪk /

noun

  1. Adam, 1917–84, Indonesian politician and diplomat.

  2. a male given name: from an Arabic word meaning “king.”


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"Sugar-sweetened beverages, such as soda and sports drinks, which are often marketed as somewhat healthy, should be limited," Malik said.

From Science Daily Jul. 23, 2026

Malik told the court that Widdecombe did not attend a pre-arranged online interview with Channel 5's Matt Allwright show that had been scheduled for just before 13:00 BST on 8 July.

From BBC Jul. 21, 2026

It would normally take him three to four days to sell this amount in his family shop, Malik Butchers.

From BBC Jul. 20, 2026

Saira Malik, chief investment officer at Nuveen, compares the situation to what happens when a driver instinctively lowers the volume on the car speakers when trying to concentrate on street signs.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 4, 2026

Imam Malik grins and quickly plops down on the sofa next to Baba, where I was sitting.

From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan

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