Elton
Americannoun
noun
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Ben ( jamin ) ( Charles ). born 1959, British comedian, scriptwriter, playwright, and novelist; his work includes the Blackadder series for television (1987–89), the play Gasping (1990), the novel High Society (2002), and the lyrics to the musical We Will Rock You (2002)
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Charles Sutherland. 1900–91, British zoologist: initiated the study of animal ecology
Example Sentences
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Sir Paul McCartney, Oprah Winfrey and Sir Elton John have led a wave of personal tributes to music icon Dolly Parton, honouring her impact across the globe.
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
Since then, Reynolds played Mrs. Augusta Elton in Autumn de Wilde’s “Emma,” and starred on TV shows like “I Hate You” and “The Decameron.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
Prince Harry was one of seven high-profile claimants who brought the case, including Elton John and his husband, David Furnish, and actors Elizabeth Hurley and Sadie Frost.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 7, 2026
The prince gave emotional testimony during the proceedings, in which several high-profile figures, including pop star Elton John and actor Elizabeth Hurley, accused the tabloid publisher of invading their privacy.
From Barron's ● Jul. 7, 2026
“Mr. Elton indeed!” cried Harriet indignantly.—“Oh! no”—and Emma could just catch the words, “so superior to Mr. Elton!”
From "Emma" by Jane Austen
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