Gibbs
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James, 1682–1754, Scottish architect and author.
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Josiah Willard, 1839–1903, U.S. physicist.
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Oliver Wolcott 1822–1908, U.S. chemist and educator.
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Sir Philip, 1877–1962, English journalist and writer.
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James. 1682–1754, British architect; his buildings include St Martin's-in-the-Fields, London (1722–26), and the Radcliffe Camera, Oxford (1737–49)
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Josiah Willard. 1839–1903, US physicist and mathematician: founder of chemical thermodynamics
Example Sentences
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Screen Rant said it was the “best character send-off that the show has done in years — arguably even better than Gibbs’ exit.”
From Los Angeles Times
The best example is when Harmon decided to step down in 2021 — Gibbs decided a life fly fishing in Alaska was more his speed.
From Los Angeles Times
Jordan credited Hamlin, who still drives for Joe Gibbs Racing, as the “mastermind” who put together a team that is seeing such great success early this season.
From Los Angeles Times
He still sees him now and Gibbs occasionally pops into the pub that Henson owns in the Vale of Glamorgan.
From BBC
Marc Cavey, the decision maker on the Teaching Regulatory Authority panel, banned Gibbs from teaching in schools, sixth forms, college or relevant youth accommodation in England.
From BBC
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