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Goosen

British  
/ ˈɡuːsən /

noun

  1. Retief . born 1969; South African golfer: winner of the US Open Championship (2001, 2004)

"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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The South African leader pointed out the white members of his delegation, including golfers Ernie Els and Retief Goosen, and South Africa's richest man Johann Rupert.

From BBC • May 21, 2025

Malibu 75, Magnolia Science Academy 32: Dylan Goosen made 10 threes and finished with 55 points.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 19, 2024

The inclusion of South African teams in Europe promoted a mixed response but Bulls, who reached the last 16 last season, proved their class on the pitch as fly-half Goosen exchanged penalties with Farrell.

From BBC • Dec. 9, 2023

Langer, paired with Goosen the first two rounds, sacrificed distance for accuracy to stay out of the rough.

From Washington Times • Jul. 2, 2023

We buried young Hendrik Truter in the burial-place of Mrs. Goosen, on the farm Driehoppen.

From Through Shot and Flame The Adventures and Experiences of J. D. Kestell Chaplain to President Steyn and General Christian De Wet by Kestell, J. D. (John Daniel)

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