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Delaney

American  
[duh-ley-nee] / dəˈleɪ ni /

noun

  1. Shelagh 1939–2011, English playwright.


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The latest unrest was triggered by a hunger and work strike launched by detainees at Delaney Hall over their living conditions.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Ms. Sherrill decided on a very New Jersey solution: Call in state police to set up a security perimeter around Delaney Hall so ICE could do its job.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Does anyone think they care about the quality of food or medical attention inside Delaney Hall?

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

This week, scores of protestors assembled outside Delaney Hall and witnessed visits from elected officials like New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill, who was turned away.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

But really, the only person I can even think of who wasn’t big on Stan was Fang, which was weird seeing how Delaney wasn’t all that picky when it came to friends.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx

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