Maura
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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“These are folks who have exhausted all other avenues to employment, and we create a path forward,” said Maura Porcelli, senior director of workforce at the National Council on Aging.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
Ciara Miller and Maura Higgins will be among the stars competing for the Mirrorball Trophy.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
Later in the day, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey also imposed a travel ban.
From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026
Carmen Maura, best known for her work with Pedro Almodóvar, stars in Maryam Touzani’s Spanish and Arabic drama.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 1, 2026
Mrs. O’Connor says, Oh, thank you, Maura, and next week, Cyril, you can show Frankie a few of the steps that made you famous.
From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt
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