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Marlon

[ mahr-luhn ]

/ ˈmɑr lən /

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noun

a male given name.

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How to use Marlon in a sentence

I looked at parts of it," he says, adding with wry self-deprecation, "I didn't see much benefit in comparing myself to Marlon.
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Marlon Wayans readily admits he and his family are simply incapable of being serious about anything, ever.
Marlon Wayans on His Romantic ‘Haunted House’|Allison Samuels|January 10, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Actor, writer, and producer Marlon Wayans, whose new A Haunted House is out this week, says the ideas just come to him.
Marlon Wayans on His Romantic ‘Haunted House’|Allison Samuels|January 10, 2013|DAILY BEAST
“I was always envious of Marlon Brando and Montgomery Clift and all those guys who got to be so cool,” Gershon said.
Gina Gershon on ‘Killer Joe,’ Tom Cruise, ‘Showgirls,’ ‘Bound’|Ramin Setoodeh|July 18, 2012|DAILY BEAST

Sixty years ago, Marlon Brando revolutionized acting in A Streetcar Named Desire, creating a template for young actors.
Marlon Brando's Lasting Influence|Gina Piccalo|January 11, 2011|DAILY BEAST