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Connor

American  
[kon-er] / ˈkɒn ər /

noun

  1. Ralph Charles William Gordon, 1860–1937, Canadian novelist and clergyman.


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Connor O'Donnell is also still without his luggage.

From BBC Aug. 9, 2026

“Heartstopper” star Kit Connor is reportedly Marvel Studios’ pick to play Scott Summers, the mutant hero also known as Cyclops, in its upcoming “X-Men” reboot.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 6, 2026

Connor Magee Campbell, 16, from Clonoe was taken to hospital but later died as a result of his injuries, according to police.

From BBC Aug. 1, 2026

But as economic growth became more widespread later in the 2010s, families started leaving for opportunities elsewhere, said Connor O’Brien, a fellow at think tank the Institute for Progress.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 27, 2026

Connor does a full spin—his arms held out at his sides, the hood of his yellow raincoat drawn over his head—and says, “Is this it? Is this where X marks the spot?”

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day

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