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Jackie

American  
[jak-ee] / ˈdʒæk i /

noun

  1. a female given name, form of Jacqueline.

  2. a male given name, form of Jack.

Jackie British  
/ ˈdʒækɪ /

noun

  1. a native Australian

  2. native Australians collectively

  3. to sit bolt upright, esp cheekily

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Scottish Labour deputy leader Jackie Baillie accused Swinney of arrogance.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

Livestream video also captures Jackie and Shadow frequently feeding the youngsters, keeping them well-nourished despite competition from other wildlife in the area.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

A naming contest has been launched for the two eaglets born earlier this month to proud and plumed parents Jackie and Shadow, the widely followed bald eagle pair whose lives are streamed online.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

My notes on interviews with Lucille Ball and Jackie Gleason.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

Papá bragged about how much little Jackie resembled the Jiménezes.

From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez

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