Johnston
Americannoun
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Albert Sidney, 1803–62, Confederate general in the U.S. Civil War.
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Joseph Eggleston, 1807–91, Confederate general in the U.S. Civil War.
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Mary, 1870–1936, U.S. writer.
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a town in E central Rhode Island.
Example Sentences
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Inde Navarrette has earned particular plaudits for her role as a young woman who becomes dangerously infatuated with a man, played by Michael Johnston, after he makes a magical wish for her affection.
From Barron's • May 31, 2026
The visitors had claimed unsuccessfully for offside when Yang Hyun-jun equalised in a crowded penalty area and Alistair Johnston was booked for a challenge on Rangers' Mikey Moore at 1-1.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
There’s a high chance the Chinese government is injecting petroleum from a strategic supply into the market, Rory Johnston wrote in a recent Commodity Context newsletter.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
Other older adults fear that if they accept benefits they might be taking money away from people who deserve it more, Johnston said.
From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026
He had to strain his brain to remember overhearing Dad or Matthew reporting to Mother, “Ready to cook some steak? Johnston up near Libertyville wants some ham...”
From "Among the Hidden" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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