last name

Example Sentences

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"I am scared of the war starting again, and at the same time I'm scared of the regime staying", Tehran resident Sheida told AFP, withholding her last name out of concern for her safety.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

"It doesn't fit in the neighbourhood, but what are you going to do?" said Joe, who declined to share his last name for privacy reasons.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

President Trump released mock-up images of a gleaming glass tower emblazoned with his last name that will serve as his presidential library once he leaves office.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Crum added that married women who changed their last name will also face difficulty.

From Salon • Mar. 18, 2026

Dicey couldn’t make up a new last name, except Smith and nobody would believe that even if it was true.

From "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt