Rudolph
Americannoun
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Paul (Marvin), 1918–97, U.S. architect.
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Wilma (Glodean) 1940–1994, U.S. track and field athlete.
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a male given name, form of Rolf.
Example Sentences
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That year, Wilma Rudolph became the first American woman to win three gold medals in track and field in a single Olympics.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2026
“I’ve always wanted to do a hotel,” says RA Rudolph, the studio’s co-founder.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 2, 2026
With the hotel motto being “stay by your own rules,” Rudolph says it was important for them to make the rooms adaptable to each guest’s needs and to prioritize comfort.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 2, 2026
Few of the departing passengers wanted to speak to journalists but Rudolph, who's lived in South Africa for 10 years and runs a salon, told the BBC he was leaving because of the recent protests.
From BBC ● May 27, 2026
Bridge made her face serious, put her hand over her heart, and recited her number-one favorite Rudolph line: “ ‘Goodbye, Hermey.
From "Goodbye Stranger" by Rebecca Stead
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