Lansbury

British

/ ˈlænzbərɪ /

noun

George. 1859–1940, British Labour politician, who led the Labour Party in opposition (1931–35). A committed pacifist, he resigned over the party's reaction to Mussolini's seizure of Ethiopia

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Lansbury is an associate professor at the University of Queensland who's been working in Tennant Creek, 500km from Alice, on public health research and housing.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

It was only later that I learned Lansbury herself had that same grit.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2025

Of course, Lansbury always looked good too, making it a point to take care of herself — as she publicized in her book and fitness video “Positive Moves.”

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2025

On a visit to Lansbury Park, one of the most deprived areas in the constituency, he said that crime and anti-social behaviour were big issues for people in the area.

From BBC • Oct. 13, 2025

Then up jumped Mr. Lansbury, his face contorted with passion, and his powerful rasping voice dominating the whole House.

From Humanly Speaking by Crothers, Samuel McChord

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