Susanna
Americannoun
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a book of the Apocrypha, constituting the 13th chapter of Daniel in the Douay Bible.
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Also Susannah. a female given name: from a Hebrew word meaning “lily.”
noun
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the wife of Joachim, who was condemned to death for adultery because of a false accusation, but saved by Daniel's sagacity
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the book of the Apocrypha containing this story
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“For Elle, in that moment, Susanna Hoffs’ voice is so feminine, so emotional.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 3, 2026
"And we've learnt how he used silence as one of his weapons," adds Susanna Rook, describing how George would "come home and not talk".
From BBC ● Jun. 9, 2026
Delivering a victim impact statement in court, Susanna held back tears as she hailed her daughter as "optimistic, inclusive, and full of fun".
From BBC ● Jun. 9, 2026
The consultation that lands Susanna in McLean lasts just 15 minutes, with the paternalistic doctor suggesting that she will be there for a “few days.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 5, 2026
I pictured Elvan with the treasure that Susanna had found.
From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk
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