Tim
noun
a male given name, form of Timothy.
Tim
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/ tɪm /
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Tim.
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There is also a cultural shift against laugh tracks and a perception that multicams can have a wooden aesthetic, according to “The Neighborhood” co-editor Tim DeLone.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
In June, Apple raised prices on its MacBooks and iPads after CEO Tim Cook called such increases “unavoidable.”
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 10, 2026
Its owners, brothers Tim and Chris Vanderhook, say they plan to relaunch the platform, though no date or product details have been announced.
From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2026
For Musk, it’s a nagging reminder that he’s back in grind mode, having to deliver on all of his highflying promises for SpaceX’s performance, writes Tim Higgins.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 9, 2026
Tim takes one last bow and bounds off the stage, happier than I’ve ever seen him.
From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein
“We were drenched in sweat the entire time. There was never enough sweat for Tim. The lived-in clothing, the ashtrays — it all creates a physical reality.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 20, 2024
“He did the right thing though. I love Tim. He’s a good referee.”
From Washington Times ● Dec. 20, 2023
"I'm not getting in the car, Tim. I trust you, Tim, but you're not driving the car.If I get in that vehicle, you guys are taking off. I'm not getting in the car."
From Salon ● Apr. 27, 2022
"I'm just really happy for Tim. He's the type of player every team wants," coach Vic Fangio said.
From Fox News ● Nov. 22, 2021
“I don’t want to be a girl, Uncle Tim. I want to be a boy. A girl’s all kissing and dolls. I don’t want to be a girl. I don’t want to.”
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
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