Leeds
Americannoun
noun
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a city in N England, in Leeds unitary authority, West Yorkshire on the River Aire: linked with Liverpool and Goole by canals; a former centre of the clothing industry; two universities (1904, 1992). Pop: 443 247 (2001)
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a unitary authority in N England, in West Yorkshire. Pop: 715 200 (2003 est). Area: 562 sq km (217 sq miles)
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Gosia, who lived in the Belle Isle area of Leeds after moving to the UK with her son Gracjan from Poland about 20 years ago, had complained of feeling "suffocated" in the relationship.
From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2026
Mollie said doctors at St James's Hospital in Leeds told her she could access fertility preservation after chemotherapy.
From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2026
First, Leeds wanted a penalty for handball by Mateus Fernandes, though replays did show the ball hit the Spurs player's shoulder.
From BBC ● Nov. 7, 2026
After returning from the World Cup, Trafford left City to join Leeds United in a deal worth up to £45m - a record for a British goalkeeper.
From BBC ● Nov. 7, 2026
Timing is everything, as one of the actors from Leeds could surely have told her.
From "The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book I: The Mysterious Howling" by Maryrose Wood
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