Ophelia
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Ophelia was kept in hospital for tests for nine days, after which she began a daily oral medication that "maintains muscle cells from degenerating".
From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2026
Warren and Rhiannon have been fundraising for private physiotherapy and hydrotherapy sessions for Ophelia.
From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2026
"As parents, the initial shock was devastating, but we are now seeing Ophelia flourish."
From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2026
Gertrude never quite comes into focus, but the pathos of Ophelia, maddened by grief, is enhanced by the simple yet forceful way Izzard helplessly pounds her chest.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 25, 2026
“We should take you to the movies, Ophelia Harrison,” Penelope announced, seemingly out of nowhere.
From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland
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