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Gheorghiu-Dej

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[gyawr-gyoo-dezh] / ˈgyɔr gyuˌdɛʒ /

noun

  1. Gheorghe 1901–65, Romanian statesman: premier 1952–55; president of the state council 1961–65.


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Prime disunifier of the lot was Rumania's Gheorghe Gheorghiu-Dej, who had not deigned to talk publicly with Russian leaders in 18 months.

From Time Magazine Archive

Their verdict on Nadia Comaneci, 14, of Gheorghe Gheorghiu-Dej, Rumania: she is perfect.

From Time Magazine Archive

Rumanian Communist Boss Gheorghe Gheorghiu-Dej, wanting industries of his own, said no to Nikita.

From Time Magazine Archive

The Russians wanted a package deal: they would trade Codreanu for Ana and another Rumanian Communist named Gheorghiu-Dej.

From Time Magazine Archive

Gheorghe Gheorghiu-Dej, first secretary of the Romanian Workers' Party, was elected as president of the Council of State.

From Area Handbook for Romania by Bernier, Donald W.

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