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Purdy

American

[pur-dee] / ˈpɜr di /

noun

James, 1914–2009, U.S. novelist and short-story writer.

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His rebirth began with a season in San Francisco as backup to Brock Purdy, and accelerated with a 14-win campaign for the Minnesota Vikings in which he threw a career-high 35 touchdowns.

From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026

Prof Purdy previously chaired the expert panel on educational underachievement in Northern Ireland.

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

Givan has appointed Prof Noel Purdy from Stranmillis University College to chair the panel which will draw up the new RE syllabus.

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

For perspective, Brock Purdy, the current San Francisco 49ers starting quarterback, was available.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 17, 2026

My mom looks at me, then back at Mr. Purdy.

From "Al Capone Does My Shirts" by Gennifer Choldenko

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