Lind
Americannoun
noun
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James. 1716–94, British physician. He demonstrated (1754) that citrus fruits can cure and prevent scurvy, a remedy adopted by the British navy in 1796
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Jenny, original name Johanna Maria Lind Goldschmidt. 1820–87, Swedish coloratura soprano
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“I’m at the age where I’m supposed to be making the most and really contributing to my future and my household’s future, and it’s just not happening,” said Lind, who lives outside Chicago.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 10, 2026
At some point the Zizians allegedly stopped paying rent, and Lind sued to evict them.
From BBC • Feb. 20, 2025
They learned that Lind designed the home for Mel Sloan, a USC School of Cinematic Arts professor, and his wife, Rita, who raised their three children there.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2024
Andrew Poturalski and Kole Lind each scored while Driedger made 31 saves to help the Firebirds head out onto the road with a commanding series lead.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 5, 2024
After we finished dinner I took out the chocolate mousse cake with mocha icing that I’d bought from Patisserie Lind, a fancy sweetshop near the station, Lelia’s and Mitt’s favorite old place.
From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee
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