Buchanan
Americannoun
noun
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George . 1506–82, Scottish historian, who was tutor to Mary, Queen of Scots and James VI; author of History of Scotland (1582)
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James . 1791–1868, 15th president of the US (1857–61)
Example Sentences
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Bender succeeded Ashley Buchanan, who was fired last May for violating the company’s ethics code.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026
Davies, Juventus striker Jonathan David and Villarreal midfielder Tajon Buchanan form the backbone of Canada's golden generation.
From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026
A narrow stock market comes with issues, noted Keith Buchanan, senior portfolio manager at Globalt Investments.
From MarketWatch • May 31, 2026
Jay Gatsby’s ostentatious fortune failed to win the love of Daisy Buchanan.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
Victoria was a Buchanan and would never duck into a sub shop, much less choke to death in a single episode.
From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris
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