surname
Example Sentences
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For many fans outside Mexico, the surname Ochoa is synonymous with the World Cup.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
"It is endangering our lives and our business," said Nicholas, 42, a souvenir vendor who did not want to give his surname for fear of reprisals.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
“This case sends a strong and clear legal warning to companies across the industry,” said Jiang Xiaotong, a lawyer at Zhejiang Yufeng Law Firm representing Zhou, who the court identified only by his surname.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
"It was just essentials that I was buying," said Dean, who did not wish to give his surname.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
“The girl I’m working with in the weaving room. Diana—” She realized that she didn’t know Diana’s surname.
From "Lyddie" by Katherine Paterson
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