Coates
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Eric, 1886–1957, English violist and composer.
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Joseph Gordon, 1878–1943, New Zealand statesman: prime minister 1925–28.
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Example Sentences
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Union President Doug Coates said Walker left his position two years ago.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2026
But the conflict in the Middle East has thrown all this into disarray, according to Kristian Coates Ulrichsen, a Middle East expert at the Baker Institute in Texas.
From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026
“Their relationship is a professional relationship. They don’t do social stuff together,” said Victoria Coates, who was deputy national security adviser for the Middle East and North Africa during Trump’s first term.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 8, 2026
Each housing site will connect to an outside courtyard with a garden and big communal rooms with group activities, Coates said.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026
“No, now, Mrs. Coates; you got too big a load to carry, all by yourself. My Lisbeth, she’ll be proud to help out.”
From "Old Yeller" by Fred Gipson
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