O'Brien
Americannoun
noun
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Conor Cruise. 1917–2008, Irish diplomat and writer. As an Irish Labour MP he served in the coalition government of 1973–77, becoming a senator (1977–79). He edited the Observer (1978–81)
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Edna. born 1936, Irish novelist. Her books include The Country Girls (1960), Johnny I Hardly Knew You (1977), and In the Forest (2002)
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Flann, real name Brian O'Nolan. 1911–66, Irish novelist and journalist. His novels include At Swim-Two-Birds (1939) and the posthumously published The Third Policeman (1967). As Myles na Gopaleen he wrote a satirical column for the Irish Times
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Kerry. born 1945. Australian journalist and broadcaster
Example Sentences
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O'Brien did not enter a plea during the short hearing.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
Cordina appeared in the dock alongside Jamie O'Brien, 32, from Pentwyn, who has also been charged with assault in connection with the incident.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
The company’s other co-founders, Parillo, a musician, and Barbara O’Brien, who managed the drummer, each retained their original 10% stake.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 25, 2026
Bob O’Brien, a director at Counterpoint Research, believes Apple will continue offering it at its current $799 starting price, even after a pricier iPhone 18 launches.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 12, 2026
Angie Morelli O’Brien, Gina’s oldest friend, and her husband, Patrick, also shout.
From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti
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