1620–30; < Mexican Spanish colín, perhaps < Nahuatl zōlin, through misreading of the older spelling çolin
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“We anticipate investors will begin looking at capital investments as a leading indicator of Physical AI success,” analysts led by Colin Rusch said in a note to clients on Thursday.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 18, 2026
One plaque will be installed at the Open University in Milton Keynes, where Beagle 2 was conceived by Professor Colin Pillinger.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Outside of giving up a solo home run to Colin Hynek in the second inning, Govel had a strong performance.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
Police wrongly accused a local man, Colin Stagg, who was later cleared, and the real killer, Robert Napper, was not identified for another 12 years.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
“It’s already two o’clock. Remember, your time will be limited. Follow the schedule we created. Do you have your gas masks and the sandwiches? And Colin, do you have the tool kit and the umbrella?”
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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