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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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
Earlier this year, the High Court quashed a previous decision to suspend Sgt Richard Cooke from his federation post following other complaints about separate social media comments.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
Cooke said the federation's decision to suspend him had breached his right to free speech and he had been "the victim of a witch hunt".
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
When asked about the potential couple in early March on “Watch What Happens,” Cooke shared that while he thought the rumors were “outrageous,” he would be supportive of Batula.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
I hug Dr. Cooke, which surprises her, but she hugs me back.
From "I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter" by Erika L. Sánchez
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