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Ophelia

American  
[oh-feel-yuh] / oʊˈfil jə /

noun

  1. a female given name.


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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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