Haughey

British

/ ˈhʌhiː, ˈhɔːxɪ /

noun

Charles James. 1925–2006, Irish politician; leader of the Fianna Fáil party; prime minister of the Republic of Ireland (1979–81; 1982; 1987–92)

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For cyclist Paul Haughey the building is striking but not necessarily to his taste.

From BBC

Hong Kong’s Siobhan Bernadette Haughey was third, winning her second bronze medal of these Games.

From Los Angeles Times

Titmus, who beat American Katie Ledecky to win the 400-meter free on Saturday, was second in 1:53.81 while Siobhan Bernadette Haughey of Hong Kong was third in 1:54.55.

From Los Angeles Times

The SNP's Clare Haughey says the people who should be at the forefront of thoughts are the young people who are affected by this change.

From BBC

Siobhán Haughey of Hong Kong went out strong, making the turn with the lead.

From Seattle Times

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