Johnston
Americannoun
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Albert Sidney, 1803–62, Confederate general in the U.S. Civil War.
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Joseph Eggleston, 1807–91, Confederate general in the U.S. Civil War.
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Mary, 1870–1936, U.S. writer.
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a town in E central Rhode Island.
Example Sentences
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Accountants Johnston Carmichael audited SNP finances for more than 10 years but resigned from the role before Murrell's arrest.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
Mr. Johnston is the author of “The Colony of Unrequited Dreams” and “Jennie’s Boy.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
“If you’re eligible for one benefit, you’re likely eligible for others,” Johnston said.
From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026
Troy Johnston smacked a line drive on the next pitch that glanced off Sheehan’s right arm for an infield single.
From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026
Captain Johnston was shattered; it was all his fault.
From "The Killer Angels: The Classic Novel of the Civil War" by Michael Shaara
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