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gentry

[jen-tree] / ˈdʒɛn tri /
NOUN
nobility
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Patterson inherits a defense that will be without many of its top contributors from a season ago — linebacker Eric Gentry, safety Kamari Ramsey or defensive lineman Anthony Lucas.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 21, 2026

That’s true, as far as it goes, but that music also includes familiar hit records from Paul Simon, Bobbie Gentry, Bob Seger, Hank Williams Jr. and the Rolling Stones.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 20, 2025

The intended pass was tipped by USC linebacker Eric Gentry, but because it was thrown backward, Browne was able to pick it up and sprint 26 yards for the score.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 13, 2025

But Gentry, who represents people filing claims for injuries, said it’s hard to predict what Congress, faced with a doomsday scenario, would do.

From Salon • Jul. 17, 2025

Madoc will be by his side, and if I can make myself useful enough, maybe they’ll get the rest of the Gentry off my back.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black




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