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Ashton

[ash-tuhn]

noun

  1. Sir Frederick (William), 1906–1988, English dancer and choreographer, born in Ecuador.



Ashton

/ ˈæʃtən /

noun

  1. Sir Frederick. 1906–88, British ballet dancer and choreographer. His ballets include Façade (1931), to music by Walton, La Fille mal gardée (1960), The Dream (1964), and A Month in the Country (1976)

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The full-back hit her stride with two superb tries at Ashton Gate, having only flickered briefly in her two previous outings at this World Cup.

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With Rouet watching on from some of Ashton Gate's expensive seats, there were some England weaknesses on show to factor into his gameplan.

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As rain sheeted down on the Ashton Gate roof, it was clear this was an afternoon for making progress, rather than statements.

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First, though, they have to depose holders New Zealand in a blockbuster semi-final on Friday at Ashton Gate.

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Kennedy will be at Ashton Gate on Sunday, shouting for Scotland on the pitch as they attempt to shock the hosts and the world.

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