: a son of Jacob and the traditional eponymous ancestor of one of the tribes of Israel
plural Reubens
: a grilled sandwich of corned beef, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut usually on rye bread compare rachel entry 2
: a statuette awarded annually by a professional organization for notable achievement in cartoon artistry
Examples of Reuben in a Sentence
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Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 15 Apr. 2024
Julian was still hesitant on Sunday night’s episode, particularly when Reuben started showing off his unique style.
—Kelly Wynne, Peoplemag, 9 Apr. 2024
The working-class dish has become a staple at legendary restaurants like Schwartz’s, Snowdon, Lester’s, Reuben’s and Smoke Meat Pete (where Gopnik-Lewinski got his training).
—Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, 4 Apr. 2024
That’s why Reuben is now partnering with Astellas Pharma, the makers of Veozah, hoping that women hear her story and feel less alone in their menopause journeys and are encouraged to find solutions.
—Vanessa Etienne, Peoplemag, 29 Mar. 2024
Barrow, who began shooting a gun in the melee, was later convicted of assault in shooting two bystanders who were wounded, while Reuben was wounded in the face by bullet fragments.
—Naledi Ushe, USA TODAY, 26 Mar. 2024
Business outreach Reuben Riojas, who heads up the Historic Northside Business Association, notes that Panther Island doesn’t technically fall within his organization’s boundaries.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Mar. 2024
In the following years, James went on to have four more sons with another woman: Caleb, Gabriel, Reuben and Javen.
—Sophie Dodd, Peoplemag, 20 Mar. 2024
And before that there were three albums with his Americana-tinged ensemble the Marvels, featuring Frisell and steel guitarist Greg Leisz alongside Lloyd’s bassist Reuben Rogers and drummer Eric Harland from his quartet of the time.
—Steve Hochman, SPIN, 19 Mar. 2024
Noun
Gloria Reuben is reflecting on the legacy of her character on ER, Dr. Jeanie Boulet, who was diagnosed with HIV during the show's third season.
—Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 15 Apr. 2024
Julian was still hesitant on Sunday night’s episode, particularly when Reuben started showing off his unique style.
—Kelly Wynne, Peoplemag, 9 Apr. 2024
The working-class dish has become a staple at legendary restaurants like Schwartz’s, Snowdon, Lester’s, Reuben’s and Smoke Meat Pete (where Gopnik-Lewinski got his training).
—Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, 4 Apr. 2024
That’s why Reuben is now partnering with Astellas Pharma, the makers of Veozah, hoping that women hear her story and feel less alone in their menopause journeys and are encouraged to find solutions.
—Vanessa Etienne, Peoplemag, 29 Mar. 2024
Barrow, who began shooting a gun in the melee, was later convicted of assault in shooting two bystanders who were wounded, while Reuben was wounded in the face by bullet fragments.
—Naledi Ushe, USA TODAY, 26 Mar. 2024
Business outreach Reuben Riojas, who heads up the Historic Northside Business Association, notes that Panther Island doesn’t technically fall within his organization’s boundaries.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Mar. 2024
In the following years, James went on to have four more sons with another woman: Caleb, Gabriel, Reuben and Javen.
—Sophie Dodd, Peoplemag, 20 Mar. 2024
And before that there were three albums with his Americana-tinged ensemble the Marvels, featuring Frisell and steel guitarist Greg Leisz alongside Lloyd’s bassist Reuben Rogers and drummer Eric Harland from his quartet of the time.
—Steve Hochman, SPIN, 19 Mar. 2024
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“Reuben.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Reuben. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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