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Cartwright
CartwrightnounEdmund, 1743–1822, English clergyman: inventor of the power-driven loom.
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cartwright
cartwrightnouna person who makes carts
Cartwright
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Edmund, 1743–1822, English clergyman: inventor of the power-driven loom.
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his brother John, 1740–1824, English parliamentary reformer.
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Edmund. 1743–1823, British clergyman, who invented the power loom
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Dame Silvia (née Poulter ). born 1943, New Zealand lawyer. She became a High Court judge in 1993; governor general of New Zealand (2001–06).
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Example Sentences
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“Matt Cartwright made millions in office,” Castellani said in the ad.
From Salon • May 6, 2026
The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz shows there is genuine movement toward a peace agreement, Cartwright says in a note.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
Dr Cartwright said this reaction was mild compared with many documented cases in which patients become violent when water is brought anywhere near to them.
From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026
Kelly B. Cartwright, the lead curriculum advisor on the series, says engaging young viewers with literacy in this way is critical.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 2, 2026
Marguerite Cartwright Avenue was bordered by tall gmelina trees.
From "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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