maid

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All that survived intact of the family’s former treasures were the netsuke, which were smuggled out of the family’s mansion by a loyal maid and returned to the family after the war.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

For the uninitiated—or forgetful—this space-age family sitcom features George and Jane Jetson, living the American dream in an apartment in the sky with their two children, Judy and Elroy, dog Astro and robot maid, Rosey.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

"It'd be nice for me to do something completely different. I'd love to do a comedy or I'd like to be a scullery maid in the kitchens in a period drama."

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

I previously wrote to you about the problems I’m having with the maid of honor in my bridal party.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 30, 2026

The maid, with her hands clasped across her starched white bosom, was staring at her mistress with a look of absolute disbelief on her face.

From "The BFG" by Roald Dahl