Fawcett

British

/ ˈfɔːsɪt /

noun

Dame Millicent Garrett . 1847–1929, British suffragette

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Jackie Fawcett and Stephen Neild, from Manchester, also cancelled their policy in favour of putting money aside each month.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

They spoke fondly of Fawcett, who died of cancer in 2009.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

"The Mellon Blue is an outstanding stone," said Max Fawcett, head of jewellery at Christie's in Geneva.

From Barron's • Nov. 11, 2025

Penny East, chief executive of the Fawcett Society, also expressed concern over the decision.

From BBC • Aug. 1, 2025

"She needs to wake up a little earlier and try to decide whether she wants to look like Farrah Fawcett or Rick James."

From "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell

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