Seward

American

[soo-erd] / ˈsu ərd /

noun

William Henry, 1801–72, U.S. statesman: secretary of state 1861–69.

Seward British

/ ˈsjuːəd /

noun

William Henry. 1801–72, US statesman; secretary of state (1861–69). He was a leading opponent of slavery and was responsible for the purchase of Alaska (1867)

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The Sussexes needed a “brand refresh,” says Ingrid Seward, editor in chief of Majesty Magazine, noting that the couple’s efforts to build a media empire in Hollywood have run out of steam.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 20, 2026

Campaigner George Seward said he was getting up at 05:00 BST and cruising until dark to get his narrowboat through the Atherstone flight of locks, after a sudden closure was announced.

From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2026

Seward is also on the steering group of Fund Britain's Waterways, which wants a parliamentary debate on the future of the network.

From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2026

The abolitionist’s action weakened Republican candidates such as New York’s Sen. William Seward, who came to be seen as an antislavery radical.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026

Powell’s strength surprised Robinson—he could barely hold on to him as Powell went for Seward again.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson

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