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Chalmers

American  
[chah-merz, chal-] / ˈtʃɑ mərz, ˈtʃæl- /

noun

  1. Alexander, 1759–1834, Scottish biographer, editor, and journalist.


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The public-speaking requirement was put in place following an independent review of the central bank ordered by Treasurer Jim Chalmers after Labor won power in an election in 2022.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

The project involved collaboration with scientists from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Leiden University, and Chalmers University.

From Science Daily • Feb. 20, 2026

“The government is ensuring Australia’s key economic and financial institutions are strong and well-led in an era of global economic uncertainty,” Chalmers said in a statement.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

SYDNEY—Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers has filled a vacancy on the policy-setting board of the Reserve Bank of Australia by appointing economist Bruce Preston.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

He flailed about with the Chalmers 1916 piston and connecting rod.

From "Cannery Row" by John Steinbeck