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elf

[elf] / ɛlf /
NOUN
small, fairytale character
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK


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How could it be that the elf in a button-down shirt now looked like someone’s cool bisexual cousin!

From Slate ● Oct. 3, 2026

“It would be reductive to frame elf ears as simply an obsession with ears,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 7, 2026

It’s shifted over the years — there were stilt walkers for a bit, and Sawdust’s historical site notes there was once a mascot in “Jelf,” part jester, part elf.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 4, 2025

“We’re in an elf rally, but we’re on our way to a Santa Claus rally,” said Chris Hyzy of Bank of America Private Bank during an interview Wednesday with CNBC.

From Barron's ● Dec. 4, 2025

“This elf is under my protection. He is my guest. Let us go and we’ll give you everything we have.”

From "The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge" by M.T. Anderson and Eugene Yelchin

“The actors need some drama moments, not just action moments. This scene has high stakes. It’s a bit like David against Goliath for the elves because they are trying to fight an impossible battle.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 5, 2026

According to Domnauer, approximately 90% of those experiencing the visions describe figures resembling elves, clowns, or other fairy-like characters, often wearing brightly colored clothing.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 25, 2026

You can watch our soldiers rappel out of one of the Seahawks just like Santa’s elves.

From Salon ● Dec. 24, 2025

The family only realised there had been a mix-up when he appeared with classmates dressed as elves, Jade said.

From BBC ● Dec. 5, 2025

Hermione refused, with a pained look at the way the elves kept bowing and curtsying, but Harry and Ron loaded their pockets with cream cakes and pies.

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling


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