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alpha

[al-fuh] / ˈæl fə /
NOUN
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An alpha female and male live with relatives who are discouraged—sometimes harshly—from reproducing themselves.

From Slate • May 10, 2026

Gadd adds that whether or not we like to admit it, we’re drawn to alpha male characters.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

However, the positions of much dimmer galaxies and clouds of gas that also emit Lyman alpha light have remained mostly hidden.

From Science Daily • Mar. 8, 2026

Mr. James’s tone—that of a reformed alpha male, an ex-con and traveler of a gritty road—lends his tale authenticity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026

“Money is the alpha and omega. Ask anybody.”

From "Bronx Masquerade" by Nikki Grimes




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