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Ogilvie

American  
[oh-guhl-vee] / ˈoʊ gəl vi /

noun

  1. John, 1797–1867, Scottish lexicographer.


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Aileen Ogilvie, who also works at the heritage centre, is an Inverness Caledonian Thistle fan but will be offering her support to Brora Rangers.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Ogilvie, who had seen the woman’s photo on missives from the local elementary school, smiled back, honored to be in the presence of an L.A. legend.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2025

Also on the subcommittee are PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan, board chairman Joe Gorder, John W. Henry of Fenway Sports Group and Joe Ogilvie, a former tour player appointed as a director liaison in March.

From Seattle Times • May 8, 2024

If Ogilvie had lived in the 21st century, he likely never would have publicized his struggles so openly due to the stigma experienced by many people on the bipolar spectrum.

From Slate • May 21, 2023

“I think that tea with the Ogilvie sisters affected you. Maybe you would be right for their Edward.”

From "Fever 1793" by Laurie Halse Anderson

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