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Melinda

American  
[muh-lin-duh] / məˈlɪn də /

noun

  1. a female given name.


Example Sentences

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Melinda Schuerfranz is a retiree from Ohio who ventured to Florida for the launch.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

“It has kind of allowed us to kind of breathe a little bit,” said resident and community organizer Melinda Metheney.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026

US media have reported that before their separation Melinda had been upset about her husband's association with Epstein.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

Melinda French Gates, who used to be married to Bill Gates, has given away at least $31 billion over the past decade.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 21, 2026

Only the engine sound fills the car while Melinda Boyd sleeps, but when she wakes up, she plays and talks and dances with her hands.

From "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak