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
Noun
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The dean of the Kennedy School issued a statement distancing himself from the talk.—
Nathan Heller,
The New Yorker,
3 Mar. 2025
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Cardinal Re picked to lead prayer vigil on Wednesday The dean of the College of Cardinals, meanwhile, was designated to lead the Vatican’s prayer vigil in St. Peter’s Square on Wednesday night, thrusting a key figure in any future possible conclave into the spotlight.—
Nicole Winfield,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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There's a child, someone middle-aged, and an elder in the painting.—
Suzanne Nuyen,
NPR,
25 Feb. 2025
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With its local connection and timely message of turning a listening ear to elders, the film’s screening—happening Saturday, February 22—is already sold out.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2025
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The reporter asked if Mr. Trump is considering what the administration can do to help those veterans salvage their lives.—
Kathryn Watson,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2025
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Stafford and the Rams agreed to a contract adjustment on Friday, ending several weeks of speculation about the 16-year veteran’s future.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Nestor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nestor. Accessed 11 Mar. 2025.
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