Lionel
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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The news was revealed on “American Idol” by Lionel Richie, a judge on the TV talent show who was himself inducted into the hall in 2022.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
Lionel Messi’s arrival made Inter Miami the MLS’s most valuable team and helped spur a $1 billion Miami Freedom Park project.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026
The city is also serving as a base camp for the most teams of any host, including top-ranked England and Lionel Messi’s Argentina.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026
Former French prime minister Lionel Jospin, a Socialist who introduced the 35-hour work week and civil partnerships for gay couples, has died aged 88, his family said on Monday.
From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026
By the next dance for the Boston black folk—I remember that Lionel Hampton was coming in to play—I had given my notice to the Roseland’s manager.
From "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Alex Malcolm X;Hailey
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