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Leila

American  
[lee-luh, ley-] / ˈli lə, ˈleɪ- /

noun

  1. a female given name.


Example Sentences

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Empire's four-star review by Leila Latif said it "remains a show that knows exactly what it is, and one that reminds us that youth may be precious, but growing older can still be exhilarating".

From BBC

At Centner Wellness, a high-end holistic healing center in Miami that offers a host of treatments employing the latest technology, rich clients occasionally book the whole place for several days, said founder Leila Centner.

From The Wall Street Journal

His 68-year-old mother, Leila, launched a 287-day hunger strike last September 2024 to protest against his imprisonment.

From BBC

Leila Bryant, a food-safety coordinator from Firebaugh, Calif., said she’s extremely nervous about her coming girls’ trip to Hawaii.

From The Wall Street Journal

He often takes to the field with painted nails, which he decorates to bond with four-year-old daughter Leila.

From BBC