Bedford
Americannoun
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John of Lancaster, Duke of, 1389–1435, English regent of France.
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a city in northern Texas.
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a city in northeastern Ohio, near Cleveland.
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a city in southern Indiana.
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a city in northeastern Massachusetts.
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former name of North Bedfordshire.
noun
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a town in SE central England, in Bedfordshire, on the River Ouse; administrative centre of Bedford unitary authority. Pop: 82 488 (2001)
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a unitary authority of SE central England. Pop: 154 900 (2007 est). Area: 480 sq km (185 sq miles)
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short for Bedfordshire
noun
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David . 1937–2011, British composer, influenced by rock music
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Duke of , title of John of Lancaster . 1389–1435, son of Henry IV of England: protector of England and regent of France (1422–35)
Example Sentences
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In May, King's College London and Cranfield University, based in Bedford, announced plans to merge in August 2027.
From BBC ● Sep. 7, 2026
"We believe they are minimising the scale of the damage," Australia Tibet Council executive officer Zoe Bedford said.
From Barron's ● Sep. 1, 2026
Later, Black invited Harris up to Bedford to break the news of his decision.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 29, 2026
When he’s looking to escape the city, Damon can retreat to his estate in Bedford, N.Y.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 22, 2026
There’s nothing but little shops and restaurants on this strip of Bedford Avenue.
From "Pride" by Ibi Zoboi
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