Blair

[ blair ]

noun

1. Anthony Charles Lyn·ton [lin, -t, uh, n] Tony, born 1953, British political leader: prime minister 1997–2007.
2. Bonnie, born 1964, U.S. speed skater.
3. John, 1732–1800, U.S. jurist.
4. Also Blaire. a male or female given name.

Blair

/ blɛə /

noun

1. BlairTony1953MBritishPOLITICS: prime minister Tony , full name Anthony Charles Lynton Blair . born 1953, British politician; leader of the Labour Party (1994–2007); prime minister (1997–2007); Middle East peace envoy from 2007

Example Sentences

After Robinson-Earl split two free throws for a 71-70 advantage, Ewing called a play looking for Blair on a backdoor cut.

From Washington Post

The only time Marquette flirted with making things interesting in the second half was a 7-0 spurt to close within 36-25, but Blair immediately knocked down a three-pointer.

From Washington Post

Consistency has been an issue for both seniors in 2020-21, but Blair’s 5 points per game increase from last season has him firmly in the running to be named Big East Most Improved Player.

From Washington Post

Multiverse too seeks to replicate that to an extent, with social meetups, sports teams, and a speaker series, says Blair of the company co-founded with Sophie Adelman.

From Fortune

However you get there, “fun is the bottom line,” Blair says.

From Popular-Science

And it is true that since Blair was in power the pub culture has taken a beating.

From The Daily Beast

Panetta was no fan of Blair, whom he called his “notional boss” inside the intelligence community.

From The Daily Beast

So if “yes” wins, the Labour Party of, oh, 2030 could make Tony Blair look like Tony Benn.

From The Daily Beast

Hell, Tony Blair guest-starred while he was still British prime minister.

From The Daily Beast

Blair never made the mistake of underestimating Brooks, and his own considerable powers of ingratiation were exercised on her.

From The Daily Beast

"Never better pleased to see anyone in my life," said Blair, nearly shaking Lawrence's arm off.

From Project Gutenberg

So it was all arranged, and Lawrence went to see his uncle and tell him of his new position on Blair's staff.

From Project Gutenberg

I thank you, General, but General Blair has just done me the great honor of appointing me on his staff.

From Project Gutenberg

If Bertha Blair was ever to aid the side of right and truth in this matter, she must be found and brought to court.

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He could not tell her that Blair had told him, after he had told Blair not to mention it.

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