last name

Example Sentences

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Lazaro, who chose not to disclose his last name due to ongoing concerns over his safety, is a member of Lucha Zapoteca.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

"When my younger daughter told me about it on the phone, and then sent me a screenshot of the file, I was quite surprised," said Corinna, who asked that AFP not use her last name.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 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

With her help, I can even look up all the people with the last name of Khan in Bengaluru.

From "Born Behind Bars" by Padma Venkatraman