Shem
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Shem
From Late Latin Sem, from Greek Sḗm, from Hebrew Shēm, of uncertain origin
Example Sentences
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Mr. Shem Tov’s testimony shows what that “but” leaves out.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 2026
“Bring them back!” shouted Omer Shem Tov, a hostage freed in a previous prisoner exchange with Hamas.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 4, 2025
"You start having terrible thoughts," admitted Omer Shem Tov, who was taken hostage at the Nova festival and also kept in isolation, speaking to Israeli public broadcaster, Kan. "Every day feels like an eternity."
From BBC ● Apr. 9, 2025
Shelly Shem Tov, the mother of Omer, 21, who is held captive, told Israeli Army Radio of her son’s chances of being freed in an emerging deal.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 25, 2024
Serum from the blood of Dr. Shem Musoke, a survivor.
From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston
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