Haley

American

[hey-lee] / ˈheɪ li /

noun

Alex, 1921–92, U.S. writer.
William John Clifton Bill, 1925–81, U.S. musician: rockabilly pioneer.

Haley British

/ ˈheɪlɪ /

noun

Bill, full name William John Clifton Haley. 1925–81, US rock and roll singer, best known for his recording of "Rock Around the Clock" (1955)

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During the 2024 Republican primary campaign for president, former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley mentioned the idea, saying it should only affect younger workers.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 2, 2026

He applies his own makeup before being fitted for his first wig by hair and makeup supervisor Haley Richardson.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026

Abdul El-Sayed, a public health official, narrowly defeated four-term Rep. Haley Stevens in the Michigan Democratic Senate primary.

From Slate ● Aug. 5, 2026

Haley Stevens, a four-term lawmaker from the Detroit suburbs, has built her campaign around experience, manufacturing and electability.

From Barron's ● Aug. 4, 2026

Haley turns and rolls her eyes at me.

From "A High Five for Glenn Burke" by Phil Bildner

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