Bournemouth
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noun
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a resort in S England, in Bournemouth unitary authority, Dorset, on the English Channel. Pop: 167 527 (2001)
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a unitary authority in SE Dorset. Pop: 163 700 (2003 est). Area: 46 sq km (17 sq miles)
Example Sentences
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The Bournemouth youngster is still raw, still searching for consistency with his final ball, but he looked sharper here.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
Both fighters received treatment in the ring with Rozicki requiring oxygen before they embraced and raised their arms to a packed crowd who applauded their efforts at Bournemouth International Centre.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
The company has since grown to 15 venues across England and Scotland where people can watch this year's World Cup - from Aberdeen to Bournemouth, Leeds to Margate.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
The Spaniard announced in April that he would leave Bournemouth this summer and he had been linked with Crystal Palace and AC Milan.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
The day after the birthday party the Starling, who had been away on holiday at Bournemouth, came back to Number Seventeen, Cherry-Tree Lane.
From "Mary Poppins" by P. L. Travers
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