last name

Example Sentences

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Yurien, the daughter of Mario, an Ambiance worker who was also detained, spoke at the press conference and chose not to use her last name.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

For Russ, who was visiting from Arizona and likewise did not want to give his last name, that seems like a deal.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

ProPublica is withholding her last name because she fears being deported.

From Salon • May 2, 2026

James's last name didn't feature in Michelle's paternal line - he wasn't her father.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

He flinches at my last name, then laughs.

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston