Matlock

British

/ ˈmætˌlɒk /

noun

a town in England, on the River Derwent, administrative centre of Derbyshire: mineral springs. Pop: 11 265 (2001)

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“I think there’s this long shadow of feeling like you were seen by LaBonge,” Matlock said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

Four more Chargers were named Pro Bowl alternates: outside linebacker Khalil Mack, linebacker Del’Shawn Phillips for special teams, cornerback Donte Jackson and fullback/defensive lineman Scott Matlock.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2025

Jim Adams, Matlock: "I'm really not sure what the point of all that was. Is anyone a winner here?"

From BBC • Sep. 10, 2025

Her performance as Madeline “Matty” Matlock garnered strong reviews, as well as a shot at a Golden Globe in January.

From Salon • Jul. 16, 2025

He shouted a hello to the house and I made a noncommittal noise; Matlock was being awesome and I couldn’t be bothered to look away.

From "A Very Large Expanse of Sea" by Tahereh Mafi

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