nicknames

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What were some nicknames you had growing up?

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

Naturally, Ryland nicknames his new acquaintance Rocky and quickly realizes they’re both the only survivors aboard their ships, tasked with the same mission: save their dying planets.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

The effort has earned her a following, a city council ally and a few nicknames: Trashley Madison.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

She rides large motorcycles and has given her children nicknames like Sharky, Stonefish and Stingray.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

“He only gives nicknames to the guys he likes,” Legend says under his breath.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko