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Gary

American  
[gair-ee, gar-ee] / ˈgɛər i, ˈgær i /

noun

  1. Elbert Henry, 1846–1927, U.S. financier and lawyer.

  2. a port in NW Indiana, on Lake Michigan.

  3. a male given name: from an Old English word meaning “spear bearer.”


Gary British  
/ ˈɡærɪ /

noun

  1. a port in NW Indiana, on Lake Michigan: a major world steel producer. Pop: 99 961 (2003 est)

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Researcher Gary Marcus said he saw the United States and China battling to a "tie" in the AI race -- until Friday's government announcement.

From Barron's • Jun. 14, 2026

Former coach Gary Street, who suffered a stroke in 2024, is regarded as one of the most influential figures in turning the Red Roses into powerhouses of women's rugby.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

A DJ party night, featuring sets from Radio 2 presenters Sara Cox, DJ Spoony, Gary Davies, Michelle Visage and Rylan will kick off the weekend on the Friday night.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Times staff writers Richard Winton and Gary Klein contributed to this report.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Jonah was just collateral damage, falling with Gary when somebody else knocked Gary down.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix

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