Aquino

[ ah-kee-noh ]

/ ɑˈki noʊ /

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noun

Co·ra·zon C.

[kawr-uh-zon, kor-], /ˈkɔr əˌzɒn, ˈkɒr-/, 1933–2009, Philippine political leader: president 1986–92.

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How to use Aquino in a sentence

Known widely by his nicknames “Noynoy” and “PNoy,” Aquino passed away in his sleep on June 24 due to renal failure, according to his sister Aurora.
Filipinos set aside political rivalries to mourn former president Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino|Anne Quito|June 25, 2021|Quartz
Aquino also succeeded in getting the Moro Islamic Liberation Front, a large insurgent group, to renounce violence after decades of armed conflict.
Benigno Aquino III, Philippine president who fought corruption and Chinese territorial claims, dies at 61|Regine Cabato, William Branigin|June 24, 2021|Washington Post
This is a solo show, indeed, but Aquino isn’t alone on stage.
‘We’re Gonna Die’ includes themes of grief, death, depression|Patrick Folliard|June 18, 2021|Washington Blade
Aquino and band’s interactions feel spontaneous and not over-rehearsed, infusing the show with the charm of a small live concert.
‘We’re Gonna Die’ includes themes of grief, death, depression|Patrick Folliard|June 18, 2021|Washington Blade

Marcos eventually agreed to step down, and Aquino became president.
George P. Shultz, counsel and Cabinet member for two Republican presidents, dies at 100|Michael Abramowitz, David Hoffman|February 8, 2021|Washington Post
This doctrine is endorsed by the great theologian and scholastic Thomas of Aquino.
The Criminal Prosecution and Capital Punishment of Animals|Edmund P. Evans
The little town of Aquino occupies the centre of a vast and fertile plain, commonly called Campagna Felice.
The Lives of the Saints, Volume III (of 16): March|Sabine Baring-Gould
Probably young Aquino was struck by the devotedness and ability of the Dominican professors.
The Lives of the Saints, Volume III (of 16): March|Sabine Baring-Gould
Thomas of Aquino and Duns Scotus advanced opposing theories to explain the ground and process of individualization.
Renaissance in Italy: Italian Literature|John Addington Symonds
And yet he favors Aquino because Aquino is loyal to the Church and well informed.
The Saracen: Land of the Infidel|Robert Shea

British Dictionary definitions for Aquino

Aquino

/ (əˈkiːnəʊ) /

noun

Corazón, known as Cory . 1933–2009, Philippine stateswoman: president (1986–92)

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