Nunn

/ (nʌn) /

noun

Sir Trevor (Robert). born 1940, British theatre director; artistic director (1968–86) and chief executive (1968–86) of the Royal Shakespeare Company; artistic director of the Royal National Theatre (1997–2003). His productions include Nicholas Nickleby (1980), Cats (1981), and Les Misérables (1985)

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Words nearby Nunn

nuncupative, nuncupative will, Nuneaton, nunhood, Nunivak, Nunn, nunnation, nunnery, nunny bag, Nun River, nun's cloth

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Example sentences from the Web for Nunn

But after pulling ahead of Nunn in September, three recent polls have shown Perdue tying or trailing her.
The GOP’s Really Big Problem in Georgia|Patricia Murphy|October 22, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Teresa Vance went to the debate from Atlanta to cheer on Nunn.
Nunn-Perdue: The Devil Went Down to Perry, Georgia|Patricia Murphy|October 10, 2014|DAILY BEAST
But the addition of Nunn, Carter, and national Democratic resources has changed all that.
The DNC Knows Everything About You|Patricia Murphy|August 22, 2014|DAILY BEAST
“Tonight we sent a signal to Washington that we want something different,” Nunn said.
Deep-Pocketed Perdue, Kingston Defeat Tea Party Favorites in Georgia|Patricia Murphy|May 21, 2014|DAILY BEAST

Nunn in Georgia is one: her father, Sam Nunn, spent 25 years in the U.S. Senate representing the state.
Democrats March on the South to Hold Senate Majority in 2014|David Freedlander|October 31, 2013|DAILY BEAST
I put Nunn and the Portuguese party in one and my wife and I occupied the rear compartment.
Bidwell's Travels, from Wall Street to London Prison|Austin Biron Bidwell
Soon Nunn came with my supper and cautiously produced a revolver and belt.
Bidwell's Travels, from Wall Street to London Prison|Austin Biron Bidwell
Nunn proved to be thoroughly reliable, helpful and full of cheer.
Bidwell's Travels, from Wall Street to London Prison|Austin Biron Bidwell
I was very fortunate in my servant Nunn, he being devoted to me, a resolute fellow as well, and thoroughly trustworthy.
Bidwell's Travels, from Wall Street to London Prison|Austin Biron Bidwell
Mrs. Nunn set her lips, thrust her bust up and her chin out.
The Gorgeous Isle|Gertrude Atherton

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