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Kruger

American  
[kroo-ger, kry-khuhr] / ˈkru gər, ˈkrü xər /

noun

  1. Stephanus Johannes Paulus Oom Paul, 1825–1904, South African statesman: president of the Transvaal 1883–1900.


Kruger British  
/ ˈkruːɡə /

noun

  1. Stephanus Johannes Paulus (ˈstɛfənʊs jəʊˈhænɪs ˈpɔːlʊs), known as Oom Paul. 1825–1904, Boer statesman; president of the Transvaal (1883–1900). His opposition to Cecil Rhodes and his denial of civil rights to the Uitlanders led to the Boer War (1899–1902)

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Other Word Forms

  • Krugerite noun

Example Sentences

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Danny Kruger, who is one of Reform's five MPs, has his own take.

From BBC

The uncertainty around the U.S.-China trade situation has brought new uncertainty into the global outlook, Kruger said.

From MarketWatch

South Africa's world-famous Kruger National Park could become known by a new name if some local politicians have their way.

From BBC

The Conservative Party has been contacted for comment on Mr Kruger's claims.

From BBC

Kruger, who defected from the Conservatives last week, said that was not the case but told the BBC that "prioritising UK citizens" and culture was necessary.

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