Atkinson

American

[at-kin-suhn] / ˈæt kɪn sən /

noun

Sir Harry Albert, 1831–92, New Zealand statesman, born in England: prime minister 1876–77, 1883–84, 1887–91.
(Justin) Brooks, 1894–1984, U.S. drama critic, journalist, and author.
Theodore Francis Ted, 1916–2005, U.S. jockey, born in Canada.

Atkinson British

/ ˈætkɪnsən /

noun

Sir Harry Albert. 1831–92, New Zealand statesman, born in England: prime minister of New Zealand (1876–77; 1883–84; 1887–91)

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Caden Atkinson drove in both runs with a two-run double.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

Westlake 2, Agoura 1: Caden Atkinson gave up no hits in five innings to lead the Warrirors.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

Now McCullum must find a way to get the best out of inexperienced players who need more guidance than freedom – Jacob Bethell, Jamie Smith, Josh Tongue and Gus Atkinson.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

Prosecutor Duncan Atkinson told the court last week that Mr. Wai unlawfully used government computer systems to conduct searches as he carried out “shadow policing operations” for Hong Kong authorities, the BBC reports.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

“Yeah,” Atkinson allows, “Rob always did have a bit of a flair for publicity.”

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer

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