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Burra

British

/ bʌrə /

noun

Edward ( John ). 1905–76, British painter, noted esp for his depiction of squalid and grotesque subjects

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The acquisition is “a strong strategic fit” for Yancoal, said Chief Executive Sharif Burra.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

To Burra, Adams’ nebulous background and obvious performance only heightened his Gatsby-esque appeal.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2024

The zoo announced the koala’s emergence this week in honor of Wild Koala Day and said he was born to first-time parents Maya and Burra in August.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2023

Burra declined to comment on his role in Santos’ office, referring questions to the congressman’s new communications director, Naysa Woomer, who did not respond when asked to confirm Burra’s employment.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 18, 2023

"Yes, I will come back, and I will be a Burra Sahib Bahadur!"

From Kipling Stories and Poems Every Child Should Know, Book II by Kipling, Rudyard

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