last name

Example Sentences

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Another Inglewood native who opted to not give her last name, Liz, is putting off filling up her gas entirely because it is so expensive.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

"Film work has definitely been impacted by AI... it's really kicked us down," said Laura, 35, a director of photography in London, who preferred not to share her last name for professional reasons.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

Alana H., who asked not to use her last name, said she wasn’t even bothering to vote.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

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

From BBC • May 2, 2026

“I used to wish my last name was Allen,” I say.

From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera