Malcolm
Americannoun
noun
Example Sentences
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The outrageous antics revolving around the experiences of fretful teen prodigy Malcolm were always anchored by his family’s tight bond.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
“But then Tracy came up with this idea: What if Malcolm had a daughter who was completely like him, the same personality and impulsiveness? That would suck,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
In the early 2000s, television viewers first discovered "Malcolm in the Middle," the hilarious tale of a teenager trying to survive the antics of his dysfunctional family.
From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026
Olivia Munn is at home with her son, Malcolm, 4, who can be heard in the background of our call announcing that dinosaurs are allergic to lasers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026
Malcolm says when he calls the next morning.
From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti
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