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as in nicknames
a descriptive or familiar name given instead of or in addition to the one belonging to an individual
a soccer player whom everyone knows as "Mayhem," her adopted alias in the sports world that was created from her surname
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as in pseudonyms
a fictitious or assumed name
the English author Eric Blair, better known under the alias of George Orwell
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Recent Examples of aliases
The Colombian justice ministry on Wednesday authorized the extradition of Elkin Javier López Torres, who goes by the Spanish aliases La Silla and Doble Rueda, respectively The Chair or Double Wheels, both references to his wheelchair.
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Antonio Maria Delgado, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
California Department of Justice officials have said Randall is known to use the aliases Roderick Brian Randall and Fatso Irving.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2025
The Bauers learned that the defendants used aliases, which detectives learned were actually the identities of previous homeowners that the suspects used to create profiles on the Trusted Housesitters website.
—Nathaniel Percy, Oc Register, 10 Oct. 2025
She is also known to use the aliases Mia Ventura, Shoshana or Shana, according to officials.
—Mason Leath, ABC News, 9 Oct. 2025
Another powerful feature is the ability to create email aliases.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 30 Sep. 2025
Celebrities and politicians in the spotlight often use aliases to check into hotels to protect their privacy and keep their whereabouts secret.
—Brian Anthony Hernandez, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2025
Originally from Oklahoma, Findley had moved to southwest Missouri not long before the Graceland swindle began, and was using aliases that included the name Naussany to harass and threaten local business owners.
—Jon Schuppe, NBC news, 23 Sep. 2025
Jury selection began on Monday in a rape trial for a man who allegedly faked his death and used aliases to evade capture.
—Jenna Sundel, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
Antonio Maria Delgado, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
California Department of Justice officials have said Randall is known to use the aliases Roderick Brian Randall and Fatso Irving.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2025
The Bauers learned that the defendants used aliases, which detectives learned were actually the identities of previous homeowners that the suspects used to create profiles on the Trusted Housesitters website.
—Nathaniel Percy, Oc Register, 10 Oct. 2025
She is also known to use the aliases Mia Ventura, Shoshana or Shana, according to officials.
—Mason Leath, ABC News, 9 Oct. 2025
Another powerful feature is the ability to create email aliases.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 30 Sep. 2025
Celebrities and politicians in the spotlight often use aliases to check into hotels to protect their privacy and keep their whereabouts secret.
—Brian Anthony Hernandez, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2025
Originally from Oklahoma, Findley had moved to southwest Missouri not long before the Graceland swindle began, and was using aliases that included the name Naussany to harass and threaten local business owners.
—Jon Schuppe, NBC news, 23 Sep. 2025
Jury selection began on Monday in a rape trial for a man who allegedly faked his death and used aliases to evade capture.
—Jenna Sundel, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aliases
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The stealthy look is inspired by one of Jordan’s nicknames, which originated from his panther-like abilities on the court and has been the design muse for several of his sneakers.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
9 Nov. 2025
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They’re most commonly known by their nicknames, Chub Perm, Mclovin, No Name, and Nonchalant Kid.—
Stephanie Ganz,
Parents,
3 Nov. 2025
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Although some characters in Red Alert have pseudonyms, both series end with images of the actors embracing their real-life counterparts.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
14 Oct. 2025
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The platform’s private servers let activists organize out of the public eye, often under pseudonyms, and use text and calling features.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Many Isleños changed their original Spanish surnames to French last names once Louisiana came under French control, De la Nuez explained, which led to some descendants likely losing touch with their roots.—
Raul A. Reyes,
NBC news,
5 Nov. 2025
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Beatrice and Eugenie's children do not have royal titles and use their fathers' surnames, reflecting their parents' wishes to raise them largely outside formal royal life.—
Ashley Hume , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
22 Oct. 2025
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Grammys 2026 surprise nominees Katseye From reality competition show to a pair of Grammy nods, the sextet known by their single monikers (Daniela, Lara, Manon, Megan, Sophia and Yoonchae) has charted an unlikely journey.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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The protagonist tacks between monikers, dissatisfied by what each represents.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
30 Oct. 2025
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According to research from Copyleaks, an AI analysis firm that helps businesses and institutions navigate the shifting landscape of this emergent technology, a new trend has produced Sora videos of celebrities appearing to spew hateful racist epithets.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
23 Oct. 2025
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Then there was the woman who was Speaker of the House and would walk around talking to herself, screaming out epithets to imaginary people.—
Larry David,
New Yorker,
28 Aug. 2025
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“Aliases.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aliases. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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