Sunderland
Americannoun
noun
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a city and port in NE England, in Sunderland unitary authority, Tyne and Wear, at the mouth of the River Wear: formerly known for shipbuilding, now has car manufacturing, chemicals; university (1992). Pop: 177 739 (2001)
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a unitary authority in NE England, in Tyne and Wear. Pop: 283 100 (2003 est). Area: 138 sq km (53 sq miles)
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The Cherries escaped Marcos Senesi red cards twice, against Liverpool and Palace, and should have conceded a penalty at home to Sunderland.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
Overall it is Everton, Sunderland and Wolves who come out on top on +3.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
Unlike bitter rivals Sunderland, who beat Newcastle home and away, Howe's men failed to qualify for Europe in a season where eight qualification spots were up for grabs.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
Sunderland fan Bill Hern, co-author of Football's Black Pioneers, which chronicles the first black player at each of the 92 League clubs, is hoping Gregoire's reputation can be restored.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
An hour and a half later she parked her car in a road near Sunderland Avenue.
From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman
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