Clayton
Americannoun
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John Middleton, 1796–1856, U.S. jurist and politician: senator 1829–36, 1845–49, 1853–56; secretary of state 1849–50.
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a city in E Missouri, near St. Louis.
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a male given name.
Example Sentences
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Clayton also said his role was to deal with foreign interference in U.S. elections, rather than domestic matters.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
Clayton responded by saying he was committed to maintaining ODNI’s vital role.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
Price told Sky Sports he was "happy" to reach the final, but "getting one up" on good friend Clayton was his main focus going into the tie.
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2026
Clayton Antitrust Act, a century-old law to prevent mergers that weaken competition and raise costs for consumers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 22, 2026
The cop took out the silver blues harp, looked at it, looked at Clayton, then dropped it into a larger plastic bag.
From "Clayton Byrd Goes Underground" by Rita Williams-Garcia
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