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Butterworth

British  
/ ˈbʌtəwəθ /

noun

  1. George . 1885–1916, British composer, noted for his interest in folk song and his settings of Housman's poems

  2. Nick . born 1946, English writer and illustrator of children's books, many of which feature Percy, the animal-loving park keeper

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NFL instant replay pooh-bah Mark Butterworth later explained the ruling thusly:

From The Wall Street Journal

Its chief executive Jon Butterworth welcomed the investment, saying it confirmed "the critical role that the gas transmission system plays in Britain's energy security now and for decades to come".

From BBC

Hattie Butterworth, a cellist and editor of Choir & Organ and Opera Now magazines, believes that more pop stars are taking an interest in classical music.

From BBC

A festive display based on the importance of nature in our lives, created by horticulturist Jamie Butterworth, will feature at the event.

From BBC

They were doused in a fragrance called Caramel Swirl, a mashup of notes that they liked because it remind them of Mrs. Butterworth’s syrup.

From The Wall Street Journal