Crockett

American

[krok-it] / ˈkrɒk ɪt /

noun

David Davy, 1786–1836, U.S. frontiersman, politician, and folklore hero.

Crockett British

/ ˈkrɒkɪt /

noun

David, known as Davy Crockett. 1786–1836, US frontiersman, politician, and soldier

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Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas, who lost the primary for U.S.

From Slate ● Aug. 14, 2026

Jack White invited Twin Temple to open his Hollywood Palladium show after Charley Crockett dropped the satanic doo-wop duo over their ‘unholy’ imagery.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 16, 2026

Texas Organizing Project, which supported Crockett during the primary and is dedicated to mobilizing Black and Latino voters, also endorsed Talarico last month.

From Salon ● Jun. 25, 2026

In a statement, Crockett spokesperson Karrol Rimal reiterated the congresswoman’s endorsement of Talarico, which she issued the day after she lost the primary and noted during a social media livestream Saturday.

From Salon ● Jun. 25, 2026

Jonah turned his head farther, so he could see the girl behind Ryan/Bryan Crockett.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix

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