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Alastair

American  
[al-uh-ster, -stair] / ˈæl ə stər, -ˌstɛər /

noun

  1. a first name.


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The launch party for Alastair McKimm’s new magazine, Prototype, was cracking.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2026

Starring newcomers Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Alastair Stout as Ronald Weasley and Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, the series promises a richer, more detailed adaptation of the books, along with a more contemporary feel.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 1, 2026

Turner made his debut for Hampshire in 2021, claiming former England captain Alastair Cook as his first wicket in a One-Day Cup match.

From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2026

Ex-England skipper Alastair Cook added: "Where is the actual leadership? Why has McCullum had to deal with it? People who are making decisions are hiding away from the media."

From BBC ● Jun. 21, 2026

Normally I sit next to Alastair Nurton in Maths but this morning Alastair Nurton was sitting next to David Ockeridge.

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell

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