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
Example Sentences
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However, that forecast was made when the line was still due to go to Manchester and Leeds.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
We have seen a spying case before, when Leeds United were found guilty of watching Derby training seven years ago.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
Leeds were fined £200,000 but there are a couple of crucial differences.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
Former Wales and Leeds legend, Terry Yorath died in January 2026 after a short illness.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
For one week in June and the last week in August, Mr. Smith, the pool’s black caretaker, closed the Leeds pool for cleaning, maintenance, and repairs.
From "While the World Watched: A Birmingham Bombing Survivor Comes of Age during the Civil Rights Movement" by Carolyn Maull McKinstry
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