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as in first
coming before all others in time or order
the Titanic sank on its maiden voyage
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Recent Examples of maiden
Greg Cote
may 3, Miami Herald, 3 May 2026
Golden Tempo won his first two races this past winter at the Fair Grounds, a maiden race and the Lecomte Stakes.
—Jay Posner, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2026
Bob Wisener, Arkansas Online, 5 Apr. 2026
This British production from Hammer Films and director Roy Ward Baker showcases moon maidens, old-fashioned lunar shootouts, buggy chases, and an ex-astronaut turned mercenary salvager trying to snag a 6000-pound sapphire asteroid from orbit for a billionaire industrialist.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 30 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
Either would be final favorite as Atletico and Arsenal both seek their maiden crown.
—Greg Cote
may 3, Miami Herald, 3 May 2026
Golden Tempo won his first two races this past winter at the Fair Grounds, a maiden race and the Lecomte Stakes.
—Jay Posner, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2026
Noun
Morse wheeled his runner back in seven days after a last-race maiden victory of five lengths on the Arkansas Derby undercard.
—Bob Wisener, Arkansas Online, 5 Apr. 2026
This British production from Hammer Films and director Roy Ward Baker showcases moon maidens, old-fashioned lunar shootouts, buggy chases, and an ex-astronaut turned mercenary salvager trying to snag a 6000-pound sapphire asteroid from orbit for a billionaire industrialist.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 30 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for maiden
Adjective
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The Ravens held minicamp in April — the first under Minter — and Jackson was in attendance.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
20 May 2026
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The backstory The first Ana Mandara property was built 30 years ago in neighboring Nha Trang.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
Adjective
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Transfers to spouses, but not to unmarried partners, are exempt.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Yoriko Endo, an unmarried woman in her early 40s or so, grew up in Nagi and went away to attend art school but came back to live on the family farm.—
Leslie Felperin,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Headliners Lorde, Kali Uchis, and Jennie, of the K-pop girl group Blackpink, are joined by such artists as Wet Leg, Blood Orange, King Princess, 2hollis, Geese, and Slayyyter (June 5-7).—
Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
22 May 2026
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Whether tied under the chin or wrapped around your head, a colorful scarf instantly gives the look a little Euro Summer energy—with just the right amount of fashion-girl flair.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
22 May 2026
Adjective
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Last week, the American Hotel & Lodging Association reported hotel bookings for most host cities have tracked below initial forecasts, with particular weakness seen in Kansas City, where as many as 90% of respondents said sales were trailing a typical summer.—
Rob Wile,
NBC news,
14 May 2026
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The Panthers’ draft picks were given their initial jersey numbers during rookie camp.—
Mike Kaye
Updated May 14,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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Brides were expected, in most cultures at various points in history, to be virginal, pure and dedicated to their husbands.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
23 May 2026
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Each statue the perfect epitome of silent, mothering, virginal womanhood that Ireland had come to worship.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Adding insult to injury, Hasna accuses Meriem of using her body to get a cushier, better paying job as maid inside the boss’ luxurious home.—
Jay Weissberg,
Variety,
19 May 2026
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The maid/matron of honor do not count in this equation.—
Joe Kinsey OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
Adjective
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Shilpa and Jesse answer your questions and also award the inaugural Baker of the Month to one lucky listener whose bake stood out on BA Bake Club Substack page.—
Emily Elias,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 May 2026
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The Valkyries sold out all 22 of their home games in its inaugural season last year and has done so in the first two games at 18,064-capacity Chase Center in 2026.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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The crispy potato chips are cooked in 100% extra virgin olive oil and finished with flaky sea salt for the ultimate snack.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
18 May 2026
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With food processor running, slowly add 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil.—
Maggie Meyer Glisan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 May 2026
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“Maiden.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maiden. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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