Sarah
Americannoun
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the wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac. Genesis 17:15–22.
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a female given name.
noun
Etymology
Origin of Sarah
From Late Latin Sarra, from Greek Sárra, from Hebrew śārāh “princess”
Example Sentences
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But UConn will return Sarah Strong and Blanca Quiñonez, South Carolina has Edwards back and Texas has another year of Madison Booker, and other up-and-coming squads like Michigan and USC will be dangerous.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
At least that’s how Sarah Rubino of Los Angeles, a mother to two boys, is approaching the springtime holiday coming up this Sunday.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026
He could sell to fund his wife Sarah Blanchett’s future veterinary practice.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
The judge, after hearing arguments from the Times and Sarah Welch, a lawyer representing the Justice Department, did not issue an immediate ruling.
From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026
“Indeed, there is a lot to address,” Sarah said, nodding.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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