Nottingham
Americannoun
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a city in N central England, administrative centre of Nottinghamshire, on the River Trent: scene of the outbreak of the Civil War (1642); famous for its associations with the Robin Hood legend; two universities. Pop: 249 584 (2001)
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a unitary authority in N central England, in Nottinghamshire. Pop: 273 900 (2003 est). Area: 78 sq km (30 sq miles)
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Spurs' challenge could yet become greater before they next kick a ball, however, with Nottingham Forest hosting Burnley and West Ham taking on Crystal Palace over the next two days.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
"Now they have to sit nervously and watch Nottingham Forest and West Ham play," former Premier League midfielder Andy Reid told BBC Radio 5 Live.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
The first leg of their last-four tie against Forest will be played in Nottingham on 30 April before the return leg in Birmingham on 7 May.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
Gareth joined the Journal in 2015 after working as a reporter and editor for publications including the Independent, the Evening Standard and the Nottingham Evening Post.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
The only thing Robin has in common with the legendary hero of Nottingham is that he’s an expert thief.
From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan
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