Chorley

British

/ ˈtʃɔːlɪ /

noun

a town in NW England, in S Lancashire: cotton textiles. Pop: 33 424 (2001)

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Burnham replied: "You're right that what you are seeing in Chorley is happening across the country."

From BBC ● Sep. 29, 2026

Chorley fighter Catterall holds the WBA 'Regular' belt, which makes him next in line to fight Lopez unless the WBA decides to overlook him in favour of a unification bout.

From BBC ● Aug. 23, 2026

Stephanie Reed, 39, from Chorley, says it's important for her to stay cool because extreme heat triggers her epilepsy.

From BBC ● Jun. 25, 2026

Speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live's Matt Chorley show, Bird confirmed she did indeed cross her fingers.

From BBC ● Jun. 24, 2026

“Now, about Herbert Chorley, your Junior Minister,” he continued.

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling

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