Hancock
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Herbert Jeffrey Herbie, born 1940, U.S. jazz pianist and composer.
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John. John Hancock.
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Winfield Scott, 1824–86, Union general in the Civil War.
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Anthony John, known as Tony. 1924–68, British comedian, noted for his radio series Hancock's Half Hour
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John. 1737–93, American statesman; first signatory of the Declaration of Independence
Example Sentences
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Matt Miskin, co-chief investment strategist at Manulife John Hancock Investments, says that the second quarter amply highlights the old adage that “earnings are a matter of opinion, while cash flow is a matter of fact.”
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 20, 2026
Hancock was granted a summary judgment – a legal step which ends the claim in his favour without a trial.
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026
John “Jak” Raymond, a delegate candidate in Hancock County, also underlined how the county delegate electorate differs from the primary electorate.
From Salon ● Jul. 18, 2026
The post was made by Sia Barbi in collaboration with animal rescue group Stray Cat Alliance after the cat had been abandoned at the Hancock Park home.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2026
I was John Hancock and was supposed to say one line: “I will proudly sign my name in big letters.”
From "Amina's Voice" by Hena Khan
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