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Formby

British  
/ ˈfɔːmbɪ /

noun

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

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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However, an inquest heard there was no evidence the delays contributed to the death of Chiedza Nyanjowa after she got into difficulties on Formby Beach, Merseyside, on 25 May.

From BBC Jun. 3, 2026

Santa's key worker was later discovered on Formby beach using thermal binoculars, while a local lifeboat quad bike team stepped in to shepherd him into some sand dunes.

From BBC Dec. 1, 2025

Rob and Julia Urwin were enjoying a day out with their three-year-old granddaughter, Elsie, in nearby Formby when they first heard about the attack.

From BBC Aug. 20, 2024

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

St. Anne's and Formby are both capital, and fine golf is necessary to get round these courses at all well.

From The Complete Golfer by Harry Vardon

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