Formby

British

/ ˈfɔːmbɪ /

noun

George . Real name George Booth . 1904–61, British comedian. He made many musical films in the 1930s, accompanying his songs on the ukulele

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The former Formby Range High School pupil, who turned 18 this week, was remanded in custody ahead of a further appearance in October.

From BBC • Aug. 7, 2024

Trent Thompson had last been seen at the Formby Unit in Plainview about 11:14 p.m.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 11, 2023

But, in their legal defence, the five say Mr Corbyn and Labour's then general secretary, Jennie Formby, had also received the report via WhatsApp.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2022

Formby said he was “pretty darned concerned” about the overall trends of piñon and ponderosa pines.

From Washington Times • Apr. 24, 2021

When we reached the spot where we had left Formby he had wandered away.

From Australia Twice Traversed, Illustrated, by Giles, Ernest

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