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Cummings

American  
[kuhm-ingz] / ˈkʌm ɪŋz /

noun

  1. Edward Estlin e e cummings, 1894–1962, U.S. poet.


Cummings British  
/ ˈkʌmɪŋz /

noun

  1. Edward Estlin (ˈɛstlɪn), (preferred typographical representation of name e. e. cummings ). 1894–1962, US poet

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“Grangeville,” which Flynn directed for Ruskin Group Theatre, features an acting master class from Tim Cummings and Jeff LeBeau that should not be missed.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026

At Bellflower Middle and High School, Principal Jessica Cummings said a Teen Dating Violence Awareness Week and parent workshops focused on fostering healthy relationships increased awareness on her campus.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 26, 2026

Unlike Amelia, Aimee Cummings has always loved books, with stories about love central to her enjoyment.

From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2026

Gregor Brown and Scott Cummings touched down in the second half, with debutant Gregor Hiddleston and Kyle Rowe also crossing the whitewash.

From BBC ● Jul. 4, 2026

“I went ballistic,” Carol Cummings later said of her reaction to hearing about her ex-husband’s night work.

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