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Gorbals

British  
/ ˈɡɔːbəlz /

noun

  1. a district of Glasgow, formerly known for its slums

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Graham Wright, 38, was last seen on Cumberland Street, in the Gorbals area of Glasgow, on 20 August.

From BBC • Sep. 30, 2025

He was last seen on Wednesday 20 August on Cumberland Street in the Gorbals.

From BBC • Sep. 24, 2025

Sir Keir was joined by Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar at an event in the Glasgow's Gorbals area.

From BBC • May 24, 2024

When auditors turned up at the Gorbals Post Office, which they had run since 2006, Rose knew bad news was coming.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2024

He sketched the figures on the scene—Heritage and Sir Archie, Dobson and his gang, the Gorbals Die-Hards.

From Huntingtower by Buchan, John

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