Oldham
Americannoun
noun
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a town in NW England, in Oldham unitary authority, Greater Manchester. Pop: 103 544 (2001)
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a unitary authority in NW England, in Greater Manchester. Pop: 218 100 (2003 est). Area: 141 sq km (54 sq miles)
Example Sentences
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Think of Peter Grant, the fearsomely intense manager of Led Zeppelin, or Andrew Loog Oldham, the flamboyant bad boy who guided the Rolling Stones.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
He was posthumously inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2014 but only in a 5-minute segment as part of a 2-for-1 deal with Mr. Oldham.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
Oldham Council's request for another inquiry into what became known as "grooming gangs" had been turned down.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
“From the moment you arrive, the home’s timeless Texas limestone facade, rich wood beams, and refined architectural detailing create an unmistakable sense of understated luxury,” the listing—which was held by Courtney Oldham of Compass—stated.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026
After two hours, Oldham simply got up and left.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
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