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Brian

American

[brahy-uhn] / ˈbraɪ ən /

noun

a male given name.

Brian British

/ ˈbraɪən /

noun

Havergal (ˈhævəɡəl). 1876–1972, English composer, who wrote 32 symphonies, including the large-scale Gothic Symphony (1919–27)

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Brian Langley, a 66-year-old restaurateur, said the tax is bad timing for him because he just sold his lobster restaurant and some small adjoining buildings for more than $1 million.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

In a March note, Morgan Stanley analyst Brian Nowak estimated that a 20% workforce reduction could save between $3 billion and $10 billion annually and increase earnings per share by over $1 in 2027.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

Brian Keim, the plaintiff who brought the case, used his debit card at stores in Florida in 2019.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Fr Brian O'Fearraigh said they had gathered with heavy hearts but also with deep thanksgiving for the musician's life.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

“Thank you, Michael,” Uncle Brian said mewily, “but I'm not really a great 'fan' of motorway driving.”

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell

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