Sylvester
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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In January, Menefee won a special election to finish the term of Rep. Sylvester Turner, who died in March 2025.
From Salon ● Jun. 7, 2026
“Too often, we’re cluttered, out of stock, or even transactional,” Cara Sylvester, Target’s chief merchandising officer said at the investor meeting.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 19, 2026
One of them, Rep. Sylvester Turner of Texas, was himself a replacement for another Democrat who had died in office the previous year.
From Slate ● Apr. 24, 2026
"We know consumers are increasingly prioritizing healthier lifestyles, and we're moving quickly to evolve our offerings to meet their needs," Cara Sylvester, Target's chief merchandising officer, said in a statement.
From BBC ● Feb. 27, 2026
Mrs. Sylvester had always said that swans were terribly moody creatures.
From "Raymie Nightingale" by Kate DiCamillo
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