Lennon
[len-uh n]
- John,1940–80, English singer, songwriter, and guitarist for the Beatles.
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Contemporary Examples
Lennon casually told some DC friends about it and found there was local interest in establishing Dinner Parties.
The Lennon Wall in Admiralty is a mosaic of Post-It notes, each square a scribbled wish.
Lennon did pass away, but not before Chris could play a song from his favorite band for his son.
Cumberbatch Impressions, Dad Sings ‘Blackbird’ to Dying Son, and More Viral VideosThe Daily Beast Video
November 16, 2014
His son, Lennon James Picco—Chris is a massive Beatles fan—was put in intensive care but was never likely to survive.
Cumberbatch Impressions, Dad Sings ‘Blackbird’ to Dying Son, and More Viral VideosThe Daily Beast Video
November 16, 2014
But the fun of reading Lennon is in his outright refusal to conform to expectations.
Historical Examples
Lennon glanced at the butt of his rifle in its sheath on the burro's pack.
Bloom of CactusRobert Ames Bennet
Lennon took quick aim—only to drop the muzzle of his weapon.
Bloom of CactusRobert Ames Bennet
Lennon's first glance showed him that she was young and more than pretty.
Bloom of CactusRobert Ames Bennet
"But I didn't intend to cross the boundary," explained Lennon.
Bloom of CactusRobert Ames Bennet
"He can't carry you and all this truck of mine," remonstrated Lennon.
Bloom of CactusRobert Ames Bennet
Lennon
- John (Ono), original name John Winston Lennon. 1940–80, English rock guitarist, singer, and songwriter: member of the Beatles (1962–70). His subsequent recordings, many in collaboration with his wife Yoko Ono, include "Instant Karma" (1970), Imagine (1971), and Double Fantasy (1980). He was shot dead by a demented fan
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