ralph
1 Americanverb (used without object)
noun
Etymology
Origin of ralph
First recorded in 1965–70; apparently of expressive origin
Example Sentences
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Elliott Investment Management took a $1 billion stake and is pushing for Jane Nielsen, Ralph Lauren’s former chief financial officer, to be the next chief executive after CEO Calvin McDonald stepped down in January.
From Barron's
It introduced shoppers to frozen yogurt at its Forty Carrots restaurant and to designers of the day, including Ralph Lauren, Perry Ellis and Norma Kamali.
They were wearing their medals and their Ralph Lauren sweaters and smiling and laughing like good young men.
Author Ralph Waldo Emerson, one of the most popular public lecturers of the day, was among the intellectuals who came out against spirit communication.
From Literature
Founded by brothers Ralph and Albert Slazenger in 1881, the brand became a go-to for golf and tennis equipment and was appointed the official ball supplier for Wimbledon in 1902.
From BBC
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