Stones
Britishplural noun
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The local product was given a standing ovation when he was replaced on 82 minutes by John Stones and there was further cheer at full-time when he was announced as the man of the match.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
Rita Ora, Rolling Stones star Ronnie Wood and Sir Rod Stewart were among performers marking five decades of the organisation.
From BBC • May 11, 2026
The truth of daily life under Stalin, keeping time in a world before clocks, how the Rolling Stones began and more.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
Stones played in 73% of games for City during his first season at the club, but that has dropped down to 30% this term because of muscular issues including thigh and calf problems.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
Stones rattled behind him; an instant later, Eilonwy dropped to the ground.
From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander
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