Rivera

American  

[ri-vair-uh, ree-ve-rah] / rɪˈvɛər ə, riˈvɛ rɑ /

noun

1. Diego 1886–1957, Mexican painter.

2. José Eustasio 1889–1928, Colombian poet and novelist.

3. (José) Fructuoso 1790?–1854, Uruguayan revolutionary and political leader: president of Uruguay 1830–34, 1839–42.

4. Miguel Primo de Primo de Rivera, Miguel.

5. a city in N Uruguay.

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Rivera British  

/ riˈβera /

noun

1. Diego (ˈdjeɣo). 1886–1957, Mexican painter, noted for his monumental murals in public buildings, which are influenced by Aztec art and depict revolutionary themes

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Rivera

At a town hall meeting, Lineage Chief Operating Officer Jeff Rivera said cleanup of the site began July 6.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2026

In life she may have played second fiddle to the flamboyant Rivera, but time has reversed the artistic hierarchy.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 14, 2026

Rivera said that clean-up began Monday and the company is moving as quickly as possible with a goal of beating the city’s 45-day timeline to complete the process.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2026

Rivera vowed that Lineage would provide cash assistance, air conditioners, air purifiers and even help paying utility bills.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2026

Headmarveller Rivera pointed up, then scowled, waiting for The Marvellian Times news-blimp to drift out of view before speaking again.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton