Miriam
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Miriam
From Late Latin Mariam, from Greek Mariám, from Hebrew Miryām, of uncertain origin; see also Mary ( def. )
Example Sentences
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As Massie frequently notes, the bulk of the outside money arrayed against him has come from three billionaires – Las Vegas casino tycoon Miriam Adleson and hedge fund managers Paul Singer and John Paulson.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
Actress Miriam Margolyes led tributes to Pennington, describing him as a "very fine actor, brilliant, wise, clear."
From BBC • May 11, 2026
The research, led by Dr. Miriam Lisci, a postdoctoral scientist in Prof. Jourdain's lab, focused on carbon-rich molecules, especially pyruvate.
From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026
"It's wonderful. Of course it's going to be a huge help given the situation we're facing in our country," Miriam Joseph, a 65-year-old government worker in Havana, told AFP.
From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026
Miriam hovered over the children to ensure that their bowls were never empty.
From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz
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