Forde

British

/ fɔːd /

noun

Frank , full name Francis Michael Forde. 1890–1983, Australian politician; prime minister of Australia for eight days (1945)

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At Forde Abbey on the Dorset-Somerset border, with roots stretching back 900 years, the walled garden is stuffed with robust cabbages and tumbling sweetpeas.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

After winning the toss and choosing to field, Matthew Forde bowled a magnificent spell of 1-10 from his four overs and removed captain Rohit Paudel for five to heap pressure on Nepal's top order.

From Barron's • Feb. 15, 2026

Shortly beforehand, police officers on patrol in a marked vehicle had indicated for Forde to stop.

From BBC • Aug. 19, 2025

With Will Jacks clubbing 39, including 22 off one Matthew Forde over, England's seventh-wicket pair added 98 from 44 balls.

From BBC • May 29, 2025

And I am very glad to see you, Mr Forde," said the girl, as she shook hands; "now, will you have something to eat?

From Tom Gerrard by Becke, Louis

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