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Cynthia

American

[sin-thee-uh] / ˈsɪn θi ə /

noun

Artemis: so called from her birth on Mt. Cynthus, on Delos.
Literary. the moon, the emblem of Artemis.
a female given name.

Cynthia British

/ ˈsɪnθɪə /

noun

another name for Artemis

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Local architects Cynthia Sigler and Alex Athenson took inspiration from early 20th century Sears catalogs that sold homes as kits when they founded the nonprofit last year.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

Goldblum, who also starred in Wicked and Independence Day, will be playing the piano and singing as his latest album is released featuring collaborations with stars including Cynthia Erivo, Scarlett Johansson and Charlie Puth.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Last year’s host was “Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Like Ed and Cynthia, you and your wife will have to figure out what you’re willing to give up or must have if you decide to retire abroad.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

But Cynthia was a perceptive person, and the fact that she wasn’t part of our group just gave her remark more weight.

From "Never Let Me Go" by Kazuo Ishiguro

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