nickname

Example Sentences

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From the origins of “Yankee Doodle” to the first rock ’n’ roll single to hit No. 1—or identifying presidential nicknames and recalling movie lines—there’s much to know about culture in America.

From The Wall Street Journal

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

From Literature

The 85-pound turtle earned her nickname from aquarium staffers when she quickly began eating after having her flipper amputated, and her enthusiasm for grub hasn’t waned.

From Los Angeles Times

Give the account a nickname, like “Play Money,” to remind yourself that this is the only place you’ll speculate.

From The Wall Street Journal

So why do Cimbom – the enigmatic nickname for Turkey's most successful football club – have such a good record against English teams?

From BBC