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Dimbleby

British  
/ ˈdɪmbəlbɪ /

noun

  1. Richard. 1913–65, British broadcaster

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Dimbleby said that when it was announced that the King was having treatment for an enlarged prostate in 2024, there was a considerable surge in searches to the NHS website.

From BBC ● Dec. 13, 2025

The release of the popular Netflix series Adolescence and former England manager Gareth Southgate's Richard Dimbleby lecture have sparked a nationwide discussion about the issue of toxic masculinity and online influencers shaping young boys' minds.

From BBC ● May 16, 2025

The election night was previously only presented by one anchor - with Edwards taking over from David Dimbleby for the 2019 election.

From BBC ● May 28, 2024

Charles also enjoys meeting with the estate’s staff and tenants, with whom he has developed personal relationships over the years, Dimbleby wrote.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 8, 2024

“And,” added Dimbleby, grinding on to the end of his speech regardless of hindrance, like a machine that has been wound up; “and Mrs Leigh herself is goin’ to stand for the baby.”

From White Lilac; or the Queen of the May by Amy Walton

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