Lyons
Americannoun
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Joseph Aloysius, 1879–1939, Australian statesman: prime minister 1932–39.
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French Lyon. a city in and the capital of Rhone, in E France at the confluence of the Rhone and Saône rivers.
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Example Sentences
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In the memo outlining ICE’s new policy, then-acting director Todd Lyons said the increased visits by members of Congress have become a burden and a time suck.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026
But Lyons said the recommendations "could have significant and unintended consequences on the economic viability of our hospitality sector at a time when many are operating below viability thresholds".
From BBC • May 31, 2026
In another panel, the outgoing head of ICE, Todd Lyons, acknowledged immigration agents sometimes detained American citizens in cases where those citizens allegedly put “hands on law enforcement.”
From Salon • May 24, 2026
The Lyons lived in Fontana-on-Geneva Lake, Wis. Davies’ powers included a general authority over retirement plans and the specific authority to designate beneficiaries.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
Mr. Lyons quickly slipped into the cramped room, pulling the door shut behind him.
From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein
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