Benson

British

/ ˈbɛnsən /

noun

E ( dward ) F ( rederic ). 1867–1940, British writer, noted esp for a series of comic novels featuring the characters Mapp and Lucia

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“I wanted to go through the difficulty of the preventive surgery rather than live a life of uncertainty with that hanging over my head,” said Benson, now 23.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Benson found out at 21 that she had the mutation, too, and underwent a double mastectomy and reconstruction last year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Teju said she supported Bukayo Saka - and his partner Tolami Benson, whose outfits she admires.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Lady Gaga, Green Day and Post Malone headlined the festival, but other memorable moments included Benson Boone and his acrobatics, Gustavo Dudamel conducting the L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

Nathaniel Benson had heard me say it, but he did not laugh.

From "Fever 1793" by Laurie Halse Anderson

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