Leeds
Americannoun
noun
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a city in N England, in Leeds unitary authority, West Yorkshire on the River Aire: linked with Liverpool and Goole by canals; a former centre of the clothing industry; two universities (1904, 1992). Pop: 443 247 (2001)
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a unitary authority in N England, in West Yorkshire. Pop: 715 200 (2003 est). Area: 562 sq km (217 sq miles)
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Mollie said doctors at St James's Hospital in Leeds told her she could access fertility preservation after chemotherapy.
From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2026
First, Leeds wanted a penalty for handball by Mateus Fernandes, though replays did show the ball hit the Spurs player's shoulder.
From BBC ● Nov. 7, 2026
James Trafford says not playing for Manchester City last season was "horrendous" before he moved to Leeds United in the summer in search of first-team football.
From BBC ● Nov. 7, 2026
Next time around, though, Trafford hopes to be England's starting goalkeeper and believes that if he continues his impressive performances with Leeds, that ambition is entirely achievable.
From BBC ● Nov. 7, 2026
“She probably has a pointed nose, too,” Miss Leeds would say.
From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool
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