Hoyt

[ hoit ]

noun

1. a male given name: from a Germanic word meaning “glee.”

Example Sentences

Amy, the teenage runaway seen at the end of “Woman of the Hour,” is based on the real-life Monique Hoyt, who did in fact escape Alcala and report him to the police — leading to his arrest in February 1979.

From Los Angeles Times

But although Hoyt escaped, in reality Alcala was released soon after when his mother posted his bail.

From BBC

When Alcala stopped at a petrol station to use the bathroom, Hoyt fled from his car and raised the alarm.

From BBC

One of Alcala's victims, Monique Hoyt, was able to escape after being attacked - and hers is one of the stories presented in the film.

From BBC

Aged 15, Hoyt was posing for photos in February 1979 in an isolated mountainous area when Alcala knocked her unconscious and sexually assaulted her.

From BBC