Crompton
Americannoun
noun
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Richmal , full name Richmal Crompton Lamburn . 1890–1969, British children's author, best known for her Just William stories
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Samuel. 1753–1827, British inventor of the spinning mule (1779)
Example Sentences
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“The bond monitor screens are awash with green,” NAB’s Ken Crompton says in commentary.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
In a response letter addressed to Crompton and shared with the BBC, Reform acknowledged the "excellent work" done by The Hamlet.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
“Risk has been on and off,” NAB’s Ken Crompton says in commentary.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
National Australia Bank's Ken Crompton added that oil traders were unmoved by US President Donald Trump's pledge to protect ships through the Strait of Hormuz, which had provided a small glimmer of support Wednesday.
From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026
Save me from my friends, Crompton might well have cried.
From Triumphs of Invention and Discovery in Art and Science by Fyfe, J. Hamilton
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