first name

Example Sentences

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And we all know her first name, because she made sure we’d never forget.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

With him was 35-year-old Hani, a technically minded cousin who spearheaded the effort to understand how the abduction took place, and who gave only his first name to avoid reprisals.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

"But this ability to integrate with all kinds of other celebrations makes it kind of unique," the 65-year-old, who asked that only his first name be used, told AFP.

From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026

Compounding this theory, the BBC unearthed an interview in 2023 in which the artist appears to confirm his first name as "Robbie".

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

In the early days, mill owners greeted workers by their first name each morning, inquiring about the health of children, who might also be known by name.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson