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Rankin

American

[rang-kin] / ˈræŋ kɪn /

noun

Jeannette, 1880–1973, U.S. women's-rights leader and pacifist: first woman elected to Congress; served 1917–19, 1941–43.

Rankin British

/ ˈræŋkɪn /

noun

Ian. born 1960, Scottish novelist; best known for his series of novels featuring Edinburgh detective Inspector Rebus, beginning with Knots and Crosses (1987)

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"They have all written here and Ian Rankin has mentioned us in five of his books and Sandy McCall Smith has written about The Elephant House on many occasions," Mr Taylor said.

From BBC

Late in the third quarter, Texans defensive lineman Sheldon Rankins burst past left guard Zion Johnson, and then swiftly ran by center Bradley Bozeman in help protection and grabbed Herbert by the waist.

From Los Angeles Times

“We need accountability and solutions that actually get people off the streets, make communities safer and life more affordable,” Rankin said.

From Los Angeles Times

Corrin Rankin, chairwoman of the California Republican Party, declined to comment.

From Los Angeles Times

Jeanette Rankin was the first woman to be elected to Congress.

From The Wall Street Journal

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