Vesey
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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“That’s unheard of,” said Dayton Vesey, 30, surveying empty seating from behind the counter at Leavenworth Sausage Garten.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 21, 2025
Vesey, for instance, was born into slavery, but literally won the lottery in 1799 and used the proceeds to purchase his freedom.
From Salon ● Mar. 19, 2025
“Any game he’s in the lineup, he’s had an effect on the game,” Rangers forward Jimmy Vesey said.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 22, 2024
Despite being outshot 12-9, the first period belonged to the Rangers who had a 2-0 lead after 20 minutes, courtesy of Vesey at 10:08 and Kreider 1:41 later.
From Washington Times ● Apr. 9, 2023
Harriet thought that the ghost of Nat Turner had joined the ghost of Denmark Vesey, the carpenter and free man.
From "Harriet Tubman: Conductor on the Underground Railroad" by Ann Petry
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