Newlands

British  

/ ˈnjuːləndz /

noun

1. John Alexander. 1838–98, British chemist: classified the elements in order of their atomic weight, noticing similarities in every eighth and thus discovering his law of octaves

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Example Sentences

In Washington, attorney David Sobel last month sued to find out how the interpretive sign about Senator Francis Griffith Newlands was removed from the fountain near his home.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

For years, lawmakers and residents in the wealthy neighborhood sought to remove the original 1932 inscription that describes Newlands rather as a statesman who "held true regard for the interests of all men."

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

“We expect consumers will continue to navigate a shifting macroeconomic environment,” Chief Executive Bill Newlands said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

"If you are not in a hurry to move in, you might consider restoring a ruined castle - not for the faint hearted, but achievable," said Newlands, whose own castle is in Aberdeenshire.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

The government was under pressure from its supporters in the surrounding areas of Westdene and Newlands, which were comparatively poor white areas.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela