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Abdullah

British

/ æbˈdʌlə /

noun

1882–1951, emir of Transjordan (1921–46) and first king of Jordan (1946–51). He joined the Arab revolt against Turkish rule in World War I; assassinated 1951

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"They are the reason my kids are alive today," he tells the BBC of the three, adding his children used to call Abdullah "Uncle Policeman".

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Abdullah took his job so seriously, Abdullahi said, that he would stand in the sun, always at the ready.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

Together, under the bright California sun, they prayed Salat al-Janazah and paid respect to the victims, Amin Abdullah, Nadir Awad and Mansour Kaziha.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Abdullah was known for his burly figure and his warm smile.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

“Don’t just sit there staring,” Uncle Abdullah grumbled at her.

From "Taking Flight: From War Orphan to Star Ballerina" by Michaela DePrince

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