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Tobias

American  
[tuh-bahy-uhs] / təˈbaɪ əs /

noun

  1. the son of Tobit.

  2. Douay Bible. Tobit.

  3. a male given name.


Example Sentences

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"Hellerstein possesses a well-deserved reputation for seeking to do justice in every case and for being independent and fair-minded," said law professor Carl Tobias of the University of Richmond.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Tobias Harris then hit a layup on the other end.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

“There is still significant geopolitical volatility and uncertainty out there, as we have already seen in the first two months of the year,” said Chief Executive Tobias Meyer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

Mugabe and Tobias Tamirepi Matonhodze, 33, also face additional charges, including defeating the ends of justice, which relates to the missing firearm, prosecutors say.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

Or even: Keep your hands off me, Tobias, and tell your stupid friends, too!

From "Maybe He Just Likes You" by Barbara Dee