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David Friedrich 1808–1874 German theologian and philosopher

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Johann 1804–1849 and his sons Johann Baptist 1825–1899 and Josef 1827–1870 Austrian composers

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Levi 1829–1902 American (German-born) entrepreneur

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Ri*chard ˈri-ˌḵärt How to pronounce Strauss (audio)
-ˌkärt
1864–1949 German composer
Straussian
ˈstrau-sē-ən How to pronounce Strauss (audio)
ˈshtrau̇-
adjective

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“Strauss.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Strauss. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.

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