Desmond
Americannoun
noun
Example Sentences
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Still, by focusing narrowly on the theatrical release market, the AGs and judge are like Norma Desmond clinging to a bygone era.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
Results as of Wednesday showed Von Wilpert and other Democrats in the race collectively outpacing Desmond and the other Republican in the race.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 11, 2026
Recent reports, external suggest Keane, 45, has had talks with the Scottish champions' principal shareholder Dermot Desmond.
From BBC ● Jun. 4, 2026
The jury was told Andrea's death had been treated as an accident until her older brother Desmond Bernard went to the police in 2022.
From BBC ● May 26, 2026
"Brienne, 1 am honored to acquaint you with my brother Ser Edmure Tully, heir to Riverrun. His steward Utherydes Wayn. Ser Robin Ryger and Ser Desmond Grell."
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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