Lawton
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Born Jan. 29, 1967, the Lawton, Okla., native became a star playing at Oklahoma from 1985-1989, leading the Sooners to the national championship game in 1988 and back into the Sweet 16 the following year.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
“We are taking decisive actions to improve its performance,” Lawton said.
From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026
“What are they worth?” asks Larry Lawton, a veteran American jewel thief.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 25, 2025
A Lawton has worked in Canada's auto sector for more than a century.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2025
I forgot all about Hattie Lawton and the straight pins for a moment and stared dumbly at my aunt, wondering what in the world she would have to say about me to a stranger.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
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