Cockayne
Britishnoun
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James Cockayne, an Australian anti-slavery official, tells us there are “concerns that the women are being accompanied by chaperones and minders from the Iranian regime who are controlling their ability to move and speak freely.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026
Cockayne syndrome is a severe autosomal recessive disorder caused by defective DNA repair mechanisms.
From Science Daily • Apr. 10, 2024
But despite her brilliant efforts, historian Emily Cockayne tells the BBC that Gladys received no recognition for being "fundamental and instrumental in the case".
From BBC • Feb. 21, 2024
Cockayne touched down twice during a frenetic first half in which seven tries were scored and after which England led 26-19.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 12, 2022
Grande Occasion!" muttered Mr. Cockayne, when he reached the hotel—"a grand opportunity for emptying one's pocket.
From The Cockaynes in Paris Or 'Gone abroad' by Doré, Gustave
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