Ireton

British

/ ˈaɪətən /

noun

Henry. 1611–51, English Parliamentarian general in the Civil War; son-in-law of Oliver Cromwell. His plan for a constitutional monarchy was rejected by Charles I (1647), whose death warrant he signed; lord deputy of Ireland (1650–51)

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“I feel healthy,” Sasaki said through interpreter Will Ireton.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 15, 2026

“We’re facing the best of the best, so I think it’s not that easy,” Shohei Ohtani said through interpreter Will Ireton about the club’s inconsistent production.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 2025

“Overall a very efficient outing,” Ohtani said through interpreter Will Ireton.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 12, 2025

“I’m just relieved that I was able to do what I was supposed to do as a starting pitcher, knowing the circumstances,” Sasaki said through interpreter Will Ireton.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2025

More of the stained glass of the Thirteenth Century is preserved at York where, because of the friendship of General Ireton, the town and the Cathedral were spared the worst ravages of the Parliamentarians.

From The Thirteenth Greatest of Centuries by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)

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