Crichton
Americannoun
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James the Admirable Crichton, 1560?–82, Scottish scholar and linguist.
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Michael, 1942–2008, U.S. novelist.
noun
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James. 1560–82, Scottish scholar and writer, called the Admirable Crichton because of his talents
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( John ) Michael. 1942–2008, US novelist, screenwriter, and film director; his thrillers, many of which have been filmed, include The Andromeda Strain (1969), Jurassic Park (1990), and Disclosure (1994)
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LAS director of 999 operations Stuart Crichton said: "Pearl did absolutely brilliantly in a terrifying situation – she stayed calm, gave clear information, and helped get lifesaving care on the way."
From BBC ● Apr. 10, 2026
When previewing the last dance in Tilburg, former Scotland international Leanne Crichton admitted it was a "bleak" campaign she was desperate to see the back of.
From BBC ● Jun. 4, 2025
Former Scotland midfielder Leanne Crichton described their play as "fragmented", while Andreatta said there was "a bit of a hangover" from their previous four pointless Group A1 games.
From BBC ● May 31, 2025
The estate of Michael Crichton, the creator of “ER,” sued Warner Bros.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 23, 2025
Three retired gill- netters—Gillon Crichton, Sam Goodall, and Eric Hoffman, Sr.—were sworn in as deputies by San Piedro’s sheriff for the purpose of guarding its contents.
From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson
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