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Ashley

American  
[ash-lee] / ˈæʃ li /

noun

  1. a first name.


Ashley British  
/ ˈæʃlɪ /

noun

  1. Jack , Baron. 1922–2012, British Labour politician and campaigner for deaf and disabled people

  2. Laura. 1925–85, British designer, who built up a successful chain of retail stores selling dresses and fabrics based on traditional English patterns

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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And in Iowa, a state representative and former Paralympian named Josh Turek is angling for an upset win against GOP Rep. Ashley Hinson.

From Slate Sep. 10, 2026

Shifting to “Colin,” the new season starts with a three-year time jump from the end of Season 2 with Gordon’s ill-received proposal to Ashley.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 9, 2026

Former Manchester United and England player Ashley Young said Odegaard's form will be key for Arsenal this season.

From BBC Sep. 6, 2026

Ashley Bleckner, a wealth adviser at Ellevest in San Diego, says incorporating pet care into a younger person’s limited budget means your emergency fund isn’t just for your own emergencies.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 5, 2026

They crossed the Ashley River bridge and headed parallel to the river until they reached Broad Street.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy

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