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Neilson

American  
[neel-suhn] / ˈnil sən /

noun

  1. William Allan, 1869–1946, U.S. educator and lexicographer, born in Scotland.


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Riss Neilson, an author in Cranston, R.I., is 37.

From The Wall Street Journal

“I think that just means I have an old soul, and I like everything,” Neilson said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Neilson said the results reinforce the importance of prioritizing sleep health for his patients, particularly in light of the elevated Parkinson's risk revealed in the study.

From Science Daily

“Our slogan all year was ’no gym, no problem,” Palisades senior libero Lucy Neilson said.

From Los Angeles Times

“Winning it this season is special given the obvious circumstances and it had to be against Venice,” Neilson added.

From Los Angeles Times