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Duncan

[duhng-kuhn]

noun

  1. Isadora, 1878–1927, U.S. dancer: pioneer in modern dance.

  2. Robert, 1919–88, U.S. poet.

  3. a city in S Oklahoma.

  4. a male given name.



Duncan

/ ˈdʌŋkən /

noun

  1. Isadora (ˌɪzəˈdɔːrə). 1878–1927, US dancer and choreographer, who influenced modern ballet by introducing greater freedom of movement

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Dr Elizabeth Duncan, professor of Zoology at the University of Leeds explains why ladybirds appear in swarms at this time of year, which are known as aggregations.

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I prefer Duncan Hines frosting over Pillsbury — it’s tangier — and I fold in about ¼ cup Murray’s Heirloom Apple Butter, a pinch of salt, a splash of vanilla and the zest of an orange.

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Duncan: Another overall poor performance by what can only be described as a mediocre Rangers team.

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Mrs Duncan told BBC Breakfast that "there was a different story every day" after Jay disappeared, and "we didn't know what was real and what wasn't real".

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For Duncan, their new single One Last Time and its themes of grief and being there for loved ones in hard times are personal.

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