Stoke-on-Trent
Americannoun
noun
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a city in central England, in Stoke-on-Trent unitary authority, Staffordshire on the River Trent: a centre of the pottery industry; university (1992). Pop: 259 252 (2001)
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a unitary authority in central England, in N Staffordshire. Pop: 238 000 (2003 est). Area: 93 sq km (36 sq miles)
Example Sentences
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Burleigh said production at its Middleport Pottery base in Stoke-on-Trent would continue without interruption after it was taken on by former Burberry Group chief executive, Christopher Bailey, and a small group of investors.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
A report commissioned by Stoke-on-Trent City Council said the industry in north Staffordshire could prosper as a "highly dynamic" sector if it got the right support.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
The sector has faced challenges in recent times, with several companies in Stoke-on-Trent collapsing in the midst of issues, including rising energy costs and competition from abroad.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
Among those elected were former Conservative MP for Stoke-on-Trent North Jonathan Gullis, who is now a Reform councillor for Kidsgrove and Ravenscliffe.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
I his in the toilet until after Stoke-on-Trent.
From "The London Eye Mystery" by Siobhan Dowd
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