Rockefeller
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John D(avison) 1839–1937, and his son John D(avison), Jr., 1874–1960, U.S. oil magnates and philanthropists.
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Nelson A(ldrich), 1908–79, U.S. political leader: governor of New York 1959–73; vice president of the U.S. 1974–77 (son of John D. Rockefeller, Jr.).
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John D ( avison ). 1839–1937, US industrialist and philanthropist
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his son, John D ( avison ). 1874–1960, US capitalist and philanthropist
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his son, Nelson ( Aldrich ). 1908–79, US politician; governor of New York State (1958–74); vice president (1974–76)
Example Sentences
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On that basis, he easily surpasses John D. Rockefeller, the richest American who ever lived before Musk.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
A century ago, Rockefeller rode the wave of industrialization by building Standard Oil into a behemoth, wielding influence over railroads and pipelines.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
The purported investment group claimed its clientele included Bill Cosby and members of the Rockefeller family, according to published reports.
From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026
Rockefeller didn’t quit his day job, in the produce business, since the oil scheme remained mostly aspirational.
From Barron's • May 2, 2026
Mom said the art deco murals at Rockefeller Center were disappointing, not nearly as good as some of her own paintings.
From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls
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