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Everett

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[ev-er-it, ev-rit] / ˈɛv ər ɪt, ˈɛv rɪt /

noun

  1. Edward, 1794–1865, U.S. statesman, orator, and writer.

  2. a seaport in NW Washington on Puget Sound.

  3. a city in E Massachusetts, near Boston.

  4. a male given name.


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Earlier this summer, Chief Executive Scott Everett dissolved the multifamily fund and informed investors that they wouldn’t see their money back.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 21, 2026

The mistake cost Boston the game and even though Everett took ownership of the error, many incorrectly blamed Pride’s inability to hear his teammate calling for the ball.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 13, 2026

Boeing opened a new production line in Everett, Wash., to help boost production of its 737 MAX jets.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 28, 2026

Harris, who was promoting his Apple TV sports comedy film “The Dink,” plays veterinarian Dr. Everett McKinney and stars opposite “Yellowstone” alumni Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser on “Dutton Ranch.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 21, 2026

“Ohmigod, I think I just gained five pounds,” says Amy Everett.

From "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli

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