surname

Example Sentences

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"If the international community truly wants to stop the violence and prevent further global instability, action is required," said Shirin, 52, who asked that her surname not be published, fearing for family in Iran.

From BBC

But the current Draco obsession stems from the transliteration of his surname, "Ma Er Fu", which contains the Chinese characters for "horse" and "good fortune" -- an auspicious omen for the year ahead.

From Barron's

Chengdu police said on Monday that two men, identified by their surnames Liu and Wu and aged 50 and 34, were under investigation for "making false accusations" and "illegal business operations".

From BBC

This list, in alphabetical order by surname, will be updated once candidates have been confirmed.

From BBC

A chip shop owner has criticised "misinformation" after his business was targeted over a mistaken link to a Reform UK by-election candidate with the same surname.

From BBC