Haymarket
Americannoun
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a famous London market 1644–1830.
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a street in London, site of this market, known for its theaters.
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a playhouse erected in London in 1720 and still in use.
Example Sentences
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This essay is adapted from the author's book "Song for a Hard-Hit People: A Memoir of Antiracist Solidarity from a Coal Miner's Daughter," published by Haymarket Books.
From Salon ● Apr. 19, 2026
Following the backlash to the Haymarket Square bombing and a series of failed strikes, the Knights faded.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 30, 2025
Harris has received several honors, including fellowships with PEN America, Hedgebrook and Haymarket Books, as well as Tin House, Baldwin for the Arts and Edith Wharton residencies.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 22, 2025
The parade will start in Northampton Street, turning right on to Granby Street and continuing on to the Haymarket Clocktower, and along Humberstone Gate.
From BBC ● May 2, 2024
Mr. Grasso had gone to the Haymarket Relief Station, a small hospital near the North End.
From "I Survived the Great Molasses Flood, 1919" by Lauren Tarshis
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