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Cara

American  
[kar-uh] / ˈkær ə /

noun

  1. a female given name: from an Italian word meaning “dear one.”


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"We know consumers are increasingly prioritizing healthier lifestyles, and we're moving quickly to evolve our offerings to meet their needs," Cara Sylvester, Target's chief merchandising officer, said in a statement.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

Kamilla Basyrova had 21 points and Cara McKell 18.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2026

“For me, the appeal of SCiLL classes is the emphasis on intellectual curiosity, productive disagreement and class discussion,” said Cara Allen, a junior who transferred to UNC from community college.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 21, 2026

Dr. Cara Ruggiero, a co-author from the MRC Epidemiology Unit at the University of Cambridge, said established post-surgery approaches could help fill current gaps.

From Science Daily • Feb. 4, 2026

Cara nods without looking up from her computer.

From "Insurgent" by Veronica Roth