Bolton
Americannoun
noun
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a town in NW England, in Bolton unitary authority, Greater Manchester: centre of the woollen trade since the 14th century; later important for cotton. Pop: 139 403 (2001)
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a unitary authority in NW England, in Greater Manchester. Pop: 263 800 (2003 est). Area: 140 sq km (54 sq miles)
Example Sentences
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Wintour and Bolton planned to theme an exhibition around Galliano in 2024 before the idea was shot down internally, people familiar with the plans said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026
Andrew Bolton, curator in charge of the Met's Costume Institute, said he supported the decision.
From Barron's ● Aug. 31, 2026
The Bolton comedian's impromptu appearance was reminiscent of when he famously interrupted the late Dianne Oxberry's forecast in 2011, and declared she "made it sunshine for everybody".
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
They have to do without security or pay for it themselves, as Mr. Bolton has.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 19, 2026
Roose Bolton had posted guards at the kitchen door.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
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