James Stewart
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- proper noun
- /dʒeɪmz stjuːərt/
- Did you know James Stewart served in the military during World War II?
Examples
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Many consider James Stewart to be one of the greatest actors of Hollywood's Golden Age.
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James Stewart received an Academy Award for his role in 'The Philadelphia Story.'
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It's a Wonderful Life is perhaps James Stewart's most beloved film.
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Many consider James Stewart one of the greatest actors of all time.
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In the classic film "It's a Wonderful Life," James Stewart portrays the optimistic George Bailey.
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James Stewart starred in many iconic movies, showcasing his talent for playing relatable, humble characters.
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Many consider James Stewart one of the greatest American actors of the 20th century due to his memorable performances.
Synonyms
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An American film actor famous for playing honest, modest heroes in classic movies
Surface Forms
Morphology
James + Stewart
This is a proper name denoting a specific individual; knowing the constituent words 'James' and 'Stewart' (both personal names) does not let a learner infer the referent or biographical information. Identification requires encyclopedic/cultural knowledge rather than compositional word knowledge, so the expression is not derivable from its parts.
Etymology
James Stewart became famous for playing shy, honest characters who felt like an 'ordinary man' because of his gentle voice and slow walk. That's why his name now brings to mind a sincere, modest hero in classic movies.