Rambo
Americannoun
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of Rambo
After John Rambo, a Vietnam veteran in the motion picture First Blood (1982) and its sequels
Example Sentences
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Powell and Rambo wrote that Netskope fiscal first-quarter results were “decent.”
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
While Roger Federer is depicted as James Bond, in a tux, elegant and wrinkle-free, Nadal is called Rambo, ripped and relentless, brutalizing the ball and opponents alike.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
"They think they could survive like John Rambo in the in the wild, but after a couple of days of wind and rain and cold, they're gonna think twice about it," he said.
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
“Upon information and belief, Defendant Rambo kept those funds for personal use,” according to the lawsuit.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2025
But this time, he’s wearing it around his head like Rambo, cheesing for the camera.
From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli
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