Wyler

American  

[wahy-ler] / ˈwaɪ lər /

noun

1. William, 1902–81, U.S. film director, born in Germany.

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Example Sentences

While stationed in Europe, he also helped gather footage for William Wyler, who would go on to direct films such as Ben Hur, Roman Holiday, and Wuthering Heights.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2024

Both trail William Wyler, who was nominated 12 times and won three.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 24, 2024

But it’s also worth noting that this only happens behind closed doors and when he’s alone with someone he trusts, like Kate Wyler, a U.S. diplomat played by Keri Russell.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2023

Now Russell has taken on an opposing role: In the “The Diplomat,” a Netflix series debuting on Thursday, she stars as Kate Wyler, a savvy U.S. civil servant tasked with upholding America’s reputation abroad.

From New York Times • Apr. 18, 2023

I have however intimated that I shall not set out in such weather, and if it continues I shall write to you again to-night from Wyler.

From Letters of Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy from Italy and Switzerland by Mendelssohn-Bartholdy, Felix