hearts

British

/ hɑːts /

noun

Also called: Black Maria. (functioning as singular) a card game in which players must avoid winning tricks containing hearts or the queen of spades

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With the backing of Brighton owner Tony Bloom and his data analytics company, O'Neill believes it is possible for Hearts to maintain the same level of consistency beyond this campaign.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

Has 'diamond' Shankland delivered his biggest moment for Hearts?

From BBC • May 5, 2026

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill believes Hearts are in a strong position to become regular title contenders in the Scottish Premiership.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

With a telescope you could not find a Hearts fan who does not believe now.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

Mr. Wheeler spake of Miss Joan; Mr. Bullock of Mrs. B. We all wished in that Moment to be with those we loved & held most enshrined in our Hearts.

From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume I: The Pox Party" by M.T. Anderson

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