Higgins
Americannoun
noun
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Alex, known as Hurricane Higgins . 1949–2010, Northern Irish snooker player: world champion (1972, 1982)
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Jack, real name Harry Patterson . born 1929, British novelist; his thrillers include The Eagle Has Landed (1975), Confessional (1985), and Midnight Runner (2002)
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He joins the already-announced Maura Higgins of “Traitors” and “Love Island” and Ciara Miller of “Summer House” as competitors for the coveted Mirrorball Trophy, with more participants yet to be revealed.
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
Shaun Murphy powered to a 17-15 victory over John Higgins to reach his fifth World Championship final at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield.
From BBC • May 2, 2026
In nerve-shredding 32nd frame, Higgins broke down on 50 and Murphy missed a red with the rest before he secured his place in snooker's most prestigious match.
From BBC • May 2, 2026
The World Championship semi-final between John Higgins and Shaun Murphy is delicately poised at 8-8 after a captivating second session at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield.
From BBC • May 1, 2026
“Mr. Higgins delivered it himself when he heard about our night,” she said, unpacking things from her basket.
From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk
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