Cooke
Americannoun
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(Alfred) Alistair, 1908–2004, English journalist and broadcaster.
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Jay, 1821–1905, U.S. financier.
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Terence (James), Cardinal, 1921–83, U.S. Roman Catholic clergyman: archbishop of New York 1968–83.
noun
Example Sentences
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He is facing Democratic challenger Rebecca Cooke, who narrowly lost to him in the 2024 race.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
Some viewers are also concerned for Batula’s estranged husband Kyle Cooke.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
During her 35 years as a school librarian, Bernadette Cooke Kearney has seen major changes — from the rise of the internet in the 1990s to the growing popularity of artificial intelligence today.
From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026
Similarly, Fahmy proudly shows a photo of her great-great-grandmother Theresa “Tessie” Cooke Haskins, a noted harpist whose daughter Maud Haskins was the first harpist to perform with the orchestra at the Hollywood Bowl.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026
Dr. Cooke also showed me some techniques to deal with my anxiety.
From "I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter" by Erika L. Sánchez
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