Leeds
Americannoun
noun
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a city in N England, in Leeds unitary authority, West Yorkshire on the River Aire: linked with Liverpool and Goole by canals; a former centre of the clothing industry; two universities (1904, 1992). Pop: 443 247 (2001)
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a unitary authority in N England, in West Yorkshire. Pop: 715 200 (2003 est). Area: 562 sq km (217 sq miles)
noun
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Humphries faces Stephen Bunting in his opening match next week, having edged out the same opponent 6-5 in the semi-finals in Leeds.
From BBC • May 7, 2026
Leeds are all but safe now and they could be absolutely sure of staying up by the time they play this game.
From BBC • May 7, 2026
The win in Leeds backed up victories in Liverpool and Aberdeen in the past two weeks and has seen him open up a five-point advantage at the top of the standings.
From BBC • May 7, 2026
They are a point above Brighton, who face Wolves, Leeds and Manchester United.
From BBC • May 2, 2026
Them feet-folks from York and Leeds that be always eatin’ cured herrin’s an’ drinkin’ tea an’ lookin’ out to buy cheap jet would creed aught.
From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker
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