Cockerell
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Among the key figures in her story are that sociable littérateur Sydney Cockerell and the high-rolling book dealers A.S.W.
From Washington Post • Apr. 10, 2019
As Simon Cockerell, general manager for Beijing-based Koryo Tours, the company that arranged my trip, told the Associated Press: “I think a lot of the attraction is the ‘Pyongyang’ part rather than the ‘marathon’ part.”
From Slate • Apr. 18, 2014
“Some advertising exists, but it’s not the overwhelming sensory experience that you have anywhere else,” says Cockerell.
From Time • Aug. 20, 2013
Cockerell lived up to his name with his post match comments to espn commentators.
From BBC • May 25, 2013
When the two men eventually reached the foot of the steps, Cockerell dug an elbow into his companion’s ribs, and the man bowed so hurriedly that two of the books fell to the floor.
From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke
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