Phillip
Americannoun
noun
Example Sentences
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Federal Reserve Vice Chair Phillip Jefferson suggested the central bank may need to hike rates if inflation doesn’t cool soon.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 17, 2026
"Sometimes in conservation, you need small wins... to ignite a movement," said Phillip Kuvawoga, senior director of conservation at the International Fund for Animal Welfare.
From Barron's ● Jul. 8, 2026
"Phillip Saunders was a kind-hearted individual whose life was unjustly taken, and the person or persons responsible have yet to be held accountable."
From BBC ● Jun. 26, 2026
“This could create serious consequences, including a potential zeroing out of the state’s support for critical emission reduction programs,” said Phillip Fine, executive officer at the Bay Area Air District.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 30, 2026
Phillip hissed, and, not having a better plan, all three ran and slid underneath the oversize bed.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
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