Orson
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Orson Welles observed that the duo’s combustible zaniness was so hilarious that it made you wet your pants.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2026
Just like Orson Welles’s Charles Foster Kane, a Minion holds a snowglobe, letting it fall to the ground.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 6, 2026
Orson has embarrassing gastric issues and watches alpha-male videos in the basement, where he also practices the bassoon.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 12, 2026
In addition to being named Orson, the lad has chronic gastrointestinal distress and plays the bassoon.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 9, 2026
When they told their fellow passengers about the crisis, someone suggested it had to do with Orson Welles.
From "Spooked!" by Gail Jarrow
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