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Phelps

American

[felps] / fɛlps /

noun

William Lyon 1865–1943, U.S. educator and literary critic.
a male given name.

Phelps British

/ fɛlps /

noun

Michael ( Fred ). born 1985, US swimmer, who won a record eighteen gold medals at three Olympic Games: six in 2004, eight in 2008, and four in 2012

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Tim Thomas, the chief investment officer of Badgley Phelps Wealth Managers, uses an equal-weight strategy for some portfolios.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

“Definitely this year has pushed my recruitment out there with my track times,” Phelps said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

Lindsay Phelps is one of a number of staff members and volunteers who left the charity "angry and upset" and "disillusioned" with Judge.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

“There is a growing sense of unease,” said Tim Thomas, chief investment officer at Badgley Phelps.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

Mrs Phelps, who had been watching her with fascination for the past few weeks, now got up from her desk and went over to her.

From "Matilda" by Roald Dahl

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