as in dean
the senior member of a group
as the grizzled nestor of American film critics, he greatly influences what other reviewers write
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Recent Examples of nestor
But the film shares a dark sense of humor with Billy Wilder's Irma La Douce, in which Jack Lemmon's disgraced cop, Nestor, disguises himself as wealthy Englishman Lord X to woo prostitute Irma La Douce (Shirley MacLaine).
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Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 28 Feb. 2025
Meanwhile, Milwaukee traded closer Devin Williams to the New York Yankees, getting back utilityman Caleb Durbin and left-handed starter Nestor Cortes.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
With millions of listeners tuning in, Nestor’s pursuit of the truth unravels into a complex and troubling journey that ultimately forces her to confront her own role in the story.
—Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 25 Feb. 2025
Reliever Devin Williams, who was traded to the team from Milwaukee for starting pitcher Nestor Cortes and infielder Caleb Durbin, was seen sporting some 5 o’clock shadow in his official team photo on Wednesday.
—Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 21 Feb. 2025
Celeb flutist Nestor Torres chatted with Miami Beach’s First Couple from the sidelines, inquiring as to what the insanity was all about.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2025
When Nestor moved into Orchard Hills five months before, the neighborhood’s fire plan, which Irvine Co. touts on its website, was a factor for moving in.
—Jack Flemming, Los Angeles Times, 19 Feb. 2025
The New York Yankees enhanced their bullpen by trading starting pitcher Nestor Cortes. and prospect infielder Caleb Durbin to the Milwaukee Brewers.
—Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
The Yankees traded dependable left-handed starter Nestor Cortes and speedy minor-league second baseman Caleb Durbin to acquire the right-handed Williams, who has been among MLB’s elite bullpen arms for the past half-decade.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 17 Dec. 2024
Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 28 Feb. 2025
Meanwhile, Milwaukee traded closer Devin Williams to the New York Yankees, getting back utilityman Caleb Durbin and left-handed starter Nestor Cortes.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
With millions of listeners tuning in, Nestor’s pursuit of the truth unravels into a complex and troubling journey that ultimately forces her to confront her own role in the story.
—Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 25 Feb. 2025
Reliever Devin Williams, who was traded to the team from Milwaukee for starting pitcher Nestor Cortes and infielder Caleb Durbin, was seen sporting some 5 o’clock shadow in his official team photo on Wednesday.
—Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 21 Feb. 2025
Celeb flutist Nestor Torres chatted with Miami Beach’s First Couple from the sidelines, inquiring as to what the insanity was all about.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2025
When Nestor moved into Orchard Hills five months before, the neighborhood’s fire plan, which Irvine Co. touts on its website, was a factor for moving in.
—Jack Flemming, Los Angeles Times, 19 Feb. 2025
The New York Yankees enhanced their bullpen by trading starting pitcher Nestor Cortes. and prospect infielder Caleb Durbin to the Milwaukee Brewers.
—Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
The Yankees traded dependable left-handed starter Nestor Cortes and speedy minor-league second baseman Caleb Durbin to acquire the right-handed Williams, who has been among MLB’s elite bullpen arms for the past half-decade.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 17 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nestor
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At Indiana University, Fred worked for the dean of economics to earn his way through school.—
Steven P. Dinkin,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Mar. 2025
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When she was named dean of the University of Tulsa’s business school in 2021, Taylor put her varied background to work launching entrepreneurship initiatives for Cherokee woman.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA TODAY,
9 Mar. 2025
Noun
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There’s a lot going on in your 40s: raising a family, paying a mortgage, shuttling kids to and from activities, caring for elders—all while working.—
Lina Storm,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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Wilmore, an elder in his Baptist church, is excited to resume face-to-face ministry and enjoy the scent of fresh-cut grass.—
Amanda Castro,
Newsweek,
18 Mar. 2025
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The veteran Rojas has stepped in for the Dodgers many times before.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
17 Mar. 2025
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People are losing veterans’ benefits and Social Security.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
16 Mar. 2025
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“Nestor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nestor. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.
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