Ransome

British

/ ˈrænsəm /

noun

Arthur . 1884–1967, English writer, best known for his books for children, including Swallows and Amazons (1930) and Great Northern? (1947)

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Example Sentences

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For example, Yusuf Ransome, a social epidemiologist at Yale University, has documented how connectedness seems to provide a buffer against the damaging mental health effects of racial discrimination.

From Science Magazine • Apr. 24, 2024

“I have spoken to my family at some length this morning and I would like to retract everything I have said to you and walk away from this,” Ransome allegedly wrote in October 2016.

From Salon • Jan. 9, 2024

According to the documents, Ms Ransome withdrew her claim about the tapes in an email to a New York Post columnist, stating she was concerned it would "create pain for my family".

From BBC • Jan. 8, 2024

Ms Ransome was a witness in Ms Giuffre's case against Epstein and Maxwell and provided evidence of Maxwell's involvement.

From BBC • Jan. 8, 2024

Mr. Ransome, who wore a sweater vest and hung his glasses from a beaded chain, looked up as he entered.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste

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