Abdullah

British

/ æbˈdʌlə /

noun

1882–1951, emir of Transjordan (1921–46) and first king of Jordan (1946–51). He joined the Arab revolt against Turkish rule in World War I; assassinated 1951

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Abdullah passed away peacefully with South Africa and its people in his heart.

From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026

Melina Abdullah, the co-founder of Black Lives Matter L.A., said this week that her organization has had no contact with Escorcia and didn’t know Palacios’ name until after The Times identified him.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

"The thinking now is to basically get small wins, small successes here and there, instead of these mega projects," says Abdullah.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Abdullah was known for his burly figure and his warm smile.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

Uncle Abdullah decided to rent our house to a refugee family and forced Mama and me to move into his house.

From "Taking Flight: From War Orphan to Star Ballerina" by Michaela DePrince

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