Brooke
Americannoun
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Sir James, 1803–68, British soldier and adventurer: rajah of Sarawak.
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Rupert, 1887–1915, English poet.
noun
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Alan Francis See Alanbrooke
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Sir James . 1803–68, British soldier; first rajah of Sarawak (1841–63)
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Rupert ( Chawner ). 1887–1915, British lyric poet, noted for his idealistic war poetry, which made him a national hero
Example Sentences
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President Trump and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said lowering egg prices was one of their top priorities going into 2025.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
Paul Coughlin was caught behind by Brooke Guest without adding to his overnight 47, completely beaten by a fine delivery which bounced and moved away from him.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
She was transported to Brooke Army Medical Center, where she died the next day.
From Salon • Feb. 25, 2026
New Edition commanded the stage with undeniable energy, delivering polished, in-sync choreography, a testament to the foundation laid early on and the lasting imprint of the band’s original manager and choreographer, Brooke Payne.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 2, 2026
“Mason and Brooke called it quits,” she says in explanation.
From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott
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