Macmillan
noun
Harold, 1894–1986, British statesman: prime minister 1957–63.
Macmillan
1 American
[muhk-mil-uhn]
/ məkˈmɪl ən /
noun
MacMillan
2
American
[muhk-mil-uhn]
/ məkˈmɪl ən /
noun
MacMillan
1
British
noun
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James ( Loy ). born 1959, Scottish composer and conductor; his works include two symphonies, the orchestral work Confession of Isobel Gowdie (1990), and the operas Ines de Castro (1996) and The Sacrifice (2007)
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Sir Kenneth. 1929–92, British choreographer, dancer, and ballet director; chief choreographer for the Royal Ballet from 1970
Macmillan
2
British
/ məkˈmɪlən /
noun
Example Sentences
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Mr. Macmillan doesn’t lose sight of the central truths about clinical depression: that the causes are often inscrutable, its persistence can be intractable, and temporary relief often leads only to recurrence.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026
Music plays a prominent role in “Every Brilliant Thing,” which was adapted from a monologue/short story Macmillan wrote called “Sleeve Notes.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026
Macmillan Children's Books have said they will provide a first look at Gruffalo Granny on Friday evening, by projecting the new character's image in locations in both Glasgow and London.
From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026
The audiobook, narrated by actor Adam Lazarre-White, has outsold the hardcover edition, according to its publisher, Macmillan Audio.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 29, 2025
Ernie Macmillan, however, was muttering, “Specialis Revelio!” over his cauldron, which sounded impressive, so Harry and Ron hastened to imitate him.
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
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