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Pearlstein

American  
[purl-steen] / ˈpɜrl stin /

noun

  1. Philip, 1924–2022, U.S. painter: a leader in the revival of Realism.


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While still a student, he bought a landscape painting by Philip Pearlstein and befriended the artist.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

Joshua Pearlstein finished with three hits, including a home run.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Joshua Pearlstein finished with three hits for Cleveland.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

To better understand Trump’s strategy in pursuing Big Law and the fallout it has caused, I spoke with Deborah Pearlstein, director of Princeton University’s Law and Public Policy program.

From Slate • Mar. 5, 2026

“I love an expensive grocery store,” says Samantha Pearlstein, a 26-year-old sales engineer, as she browses $85 flower arrangements and $23 salads.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 10, 2026

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