Clifton
Americannoun
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a city in NE New Jersey.
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a male given name.
Example Sentences
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For investors banking on an Iran deal to keep the market party going, Clifton and his team urge them to keep four questions in mind:
From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026
Leaders at Clifton Public Schools in New Jersey met directly with Lifetouch officials and concluded there was no wrongdoing.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 22, 2026
"Over the years, we have noticed a drop across every demographic," says Soazig Clifton, Natsal academic director.
From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026
“The absence of guidance could cause” the yen to weaken further against the Australian dollar, Clifton adds.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026
“Don’t worry,” Mr. Clifton told her before he walked back to the front of the room.
From Absolutely Almost by Lisa Graff
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