Jansen

American

[jan-suhn, yahn-suhn] / ˈdʒæn sən, ˈjɑn sən /

noun

Cornelis Otto Cornelius Jansenius, 1585–1638, Dutch Roman Catholic theologian.

Jansen British

/ ˈdʒænsən /

noun

Cornelis (kɔːˈniːlɪs). Latin name Cornelius Jansenius. 1585–1638, Dutch Roman Catholic theologian. In Augustinus (1640) he defended the teachings of St Augustine, esp on free will, grace, and predestination

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Premier paceman Kagiso Rabada finished with 4-77 while Marco Jansen, whose 5-33 on day four put South Africa in the ascendancy, took the final wicket as Australia were dismissed for 295.

From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2026

With two outs and a runner on first, the Tigers brought in closer Kenley Jansen, the former Dodger, to face Teoscar Hernández.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 29, 2026

She had one brother, Jansen Panettiere, who died aged 28 in 2023.

From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2026

Her younger brother, actor Jansen Panettiere, died unexpectedly at 28 in 2023.

From Salon ● Aug. 17, 2026

“This is absolutely ridiculous,” said Mom, looking at Dr. Jansen.

From "Auggie & Me" by R. J. Palacio

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