lyra

Example Sentences

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As part of an episode to mark St David's Day, Sheen spoke of how Lyra had got used to people approaching her dad.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

Sir Philip, author of the hugely popular novels about Lyra Silvertongue, the heroine of His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust trilogies, thinks writers should be compensated.

From BBC • Oct. 21, 2025

The Lyra McKee Award for Bravery was first awarded in 2023.

From BBC • Sep. 12, 2025

Mrs Corner said her uncle, who was ill at the time, died "within minutes" of finding out what had happened to Lyra.

From BBC • Sep. 12, 2025

When Rondon arrived, he ordered Kermit to wait there while he and Lyra scouted from the river’s shoreline to determine if the rapids were passable or if a portage would need to be built.

From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple