Perkins
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Frances, 1882–1965, U.S. sociologist: Secretary of Labor 1933–45.
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Maxwell (Evarts), 1884–1947, U.S. editor.
Example Sentences
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After the episode of “Dr. Oz” aired, a fan of Chapman’s, Ryan Perkins, flew from Arizona to New York to meet the actor.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
Perkins wrote that, yes, indeed, the incorporation of AI into business practices and models is contributing to falling wage share.
From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026
The data came from the Nutrition for Healthy Living study conducted at the University's Charles Perkins Centre.
From Science Daily • May 12, 2026
Shelley Perkins, from Henleaze, Bristol, has spent more than £20,000 on cancer treatment for her five-year-old cocker spaniel Roxy in two years.
From BBC • May 4, 2026
“Hi,” he or she said, jerking his or her head toward the Perkins place.
From "Bridge to Terabithia" by Katherine Paterson
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