Duncan

American  

[duhng-kuhn] / ˈdʌŋ kən /

noun

1. Isadora, 1878–1927, U.S. dancer: pioneer in modern dance.

2. Robert, 1919–88, U.S. poet.

3. a city in S Oklahoma.

4. a male given name.

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Duncan British  

/ ˈdʌŋkən /

noun

1. Isadora (ˌɪzəˈdɔːrə). 1878–1927, US dancer and choreographer, who influenced modern ballet by introducing greater freedom of movement

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Duncan

Duncan Rengozzi-La Barre, a marketing professional in Wales and massive Nolan fan, decided he would read “The Odyssey” in full.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026

“Let’s be clear: Tilly Norwood is not a person,” SAG-AFTRA President Sean Astin and National Executive Director Duncan Crabtree-Ireland co-wrote in an October message to members.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 13, 2026

“You’re often investing a sizable amount of money for a vacation, and the world is a tricky, nuanced place right now,” said Duncan Greenfield-Turk, founder of the Global Travel Moments travel agency.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 9, 2026

After criticism of the decision, the chairman Sean Kennedy along with John Grafton, Duncan Macpherson and Willie MacKay have resigned from the committee.

From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026

While we travel, Katherine and Miss Duncan chatter on about the professor’s theories on why the dead rise and whatnot.

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland