Tobin

[ toh-bin ]

/ ˈtoʊ bɪn /

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noun

James, 1918–2002, U.S. economist: Nobel prize 1981.

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How to use Tobin in a sentence

On Thursday, Tobin took the stand and provided a detailed account of how Floyd died — including that Chauvin had placed more than 90 pounds on Floyd’s neck and that 85 percent of Floyd’s airways were restricted.
The conflicting autopsies at the heart of the Chauvin trial, explained|Rachel Ramirez|April 9, 2021|Vox
Just because Floyd had enough oxygen to say “I can’t breathe” doesn’t mean he had enough to survive, Tobin said.
The conflicting autopsies at the heart of the Chauvin trial, explained|Rachel Ramirez|April 9, 2021|Vox
Tobin pushed back against Nelson’s questioning about Floyd’s drug use, saying he saw no evidence of an overdose in the footage, as Floyd seemed to be breathing fine before police restrained him.
The conflicting autopsies at the heart of the Chauvin trial, explained|Rachel Ramirez|April 9, 2021|Vox
Finally, it is summer and one other wine to enjoy outside around the barbeque would be the Tobin James Sauvignon Blanc.
William Shatner Picks His Favorite Wines|William Shatner|July 4, 2014|DAILY BEAST

The motion was filed today by Goddard's legal representatives, the Weintraub/Tobin law firm, in the federal court in Hawaii.
Third Hollywood Power Player Files Motion to Dismiss Sex Abuse Lawsuit|Tim Teeman|May 22, 2014|DAILY BEAST
For a church that moves at a glacial pace, the murmurings of Bishops like Tobin are lightning fast and boldly subversive.
A Coming American Schism Over Pope Francis?|Candida Moss|September 20, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Bishop Thomas Tobin stated that he was slightly “disappointed” that the pope had yet to speak out about the abortion.
A Coming American Schism Over Pope Francis?|Candida Moss|September 20, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Does Tobin think Abbas has been faking support for two states since 1977—that is to say, for 36 years?
Can the Palestinians Take Yes For An Answer?|Sigal Samuel|August 23, 2013|DAILY BEAST
In return, Joe instructed some of his original crew to report to Deever and Tobin.
The Boss of Wind River|David Goodger (goodger@python.org)
Tobin and Deever would drive down the Missabini to the latter stream.
The Boss of Wind River|David Goodger (goodger@python.org)
Tobin, ahead, kept a sharp lookout for obstructions and possible jams.
The Boss of Wind River|David Goodger (goodger@python.org)
The reverse of Tobin, he was slow to anger, but knew no limit when aroused, as unruly lumber jacks found to their cost.
The Boss of Wind River|David Goodger (goodger@python.org)
Tobin fired and wounded one, while three soldiers fired at once and brought down the other.
Old Fort Garland|James T. Forrest