Herbert
Americannoun
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Frank, 1920–86, U.S. science-fiction writer.
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George, 1593–1633, English clergyman and poet.
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Victor, 1859–1924, U.S. composer and orchestra conductor, born in Ireland.
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a male given name: from Old English words meaning “army” and “bright.”
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Edward, 1st Baron Herbert of Cherbury. 1583–1648, English philosopher and poet, noted for his deistic views
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his brother, George . 1593–1633, English Metaphysical poet. His chief work is The Temple: Sacred Poems and Private Ejaculations (1633)
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Zbigniew ( ə zˈbɪɡnɪəf), 1924–98, Polish poet and dramatist, noted esp for his dramatic monologues
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She trained in New York at the Herbert Berghof Studio and then the Actors Studio - the home of method acting - co-founded by Kazan.
From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2026
Remember the thought that new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel would unlock all the potential of Herbert?
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 5, 2026
Family spokesperson Herbert Chivayo confirmed the deaths of the businessman and his wife Lucy Muteke to state broadcaster ZBC, saying the family was devastated by the tragedy.
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026
Although Harbaugh doesn’t see himself intervening on McDaniel’s turf, he does want to see improvement from Herbert.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 29, 2026
“I am,” said Herbert; “but it’s a secret.”
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
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