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Kerr

American

[kur, kahr] / kɜr, kɑr /

noun

Clark, 1911–2003, U.S. educator: president of the University of California 1958–67.
Michael Crawford, 1827–76, U.S. politician: Speaker of the House 1875–76.
Walter F., 1913–96, U.S. drama critic and author.
a male given name.

Kerr British

/ kɜː /

noun

Sir John Robert. 1914–91, Australian public servant. As governor general of Australia (1974–77), he dismissed the Labor prime minister Gough Whitlam (1975) amid great controversy

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Kerr came in at 21-1 in New Zealand's reply and struck 23 fours and one six at a strike rate of 128.78 during her match-winning knock.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Williams, Reese and other celebrities did hold speaking events over the weekend, though the audience was mostly empty, Kerr said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

But when Kerr arrived Friday, it felt more like a nightmare.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Goalkeeper Daphne van Domselaar returned to the starting XI and put in a stunning performance, denying Sam Kerr on several occasions in the second half.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Dr. Kerr took a small lancet from his bag.

From "Fever 1793" by Laurie Halse Anderson

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