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Sean

American  
[shawn] / ʃɔn /

noun

  1. a male given name, form of John.


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"We were hugely limited, and we did have to cancel orders," says Sean Garbutt, of Associated Manufacturers, which makes Jamaica's popular Walkerswood sauces and seasonings.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

The president’s physician, Navy Capt. Sean Barbabella, wrote in a memorandum released late Friday that Trump “remains in excellent health, demonstrating strong cardiac, pulmonary, neurological and overall physical function.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

But Sean Taylor, Matthews Asia’s chief investment officer, doesn’t see it that way.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

Nacua’s “security in being able to be authentically honest about” seeking help was admirable, coach Sean McVay said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Sean Red was there somewhere, waiting to surprise the fish.

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff

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