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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Early on in the season, some brands launched campaigns with Batula, who seemed to be on the brink of a star-turn after her separation from 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
The trigger was the bankruptcy of Jay Cooke, the man who helped finance the Union’s Civil War victory.
From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026
Dr. Cooke uncrosses her legs and leans toward me again.
From "I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter" by Erika L. Sánchez
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