Northampton
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a town in central England, administrative centre of Northamptonshire, on the River Nene: footwear and engineering industries. Pop: 189 474 (2001)
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short for Northamptonshire
Example Sentences
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Their pack is still brutish, highlighted by a punishing takedown of rivals Northampton Saints last month.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
Having overpowered Northampton Saints in last year's final, it was another dominant display from Bordeaux, who will attempt to emulate Toulon's 2013-15 run with a third successive title next season.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
Steve Reid who owns The Northampton Cheese Company and The Northampton Charcuterie Company, told Politics East that some ingredients his companies use have more than doubled in price.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
Northampton scored 14 tries to humiliate Bristol at Franklin's Gardens and confirm their place in the Prem semi-finals.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
She visited Smith College, the all-women’s school in Northampton, Massachusetts.
From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John
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