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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“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
Several brands, including Loewe, Aesop and the jeweler Presley Oldham, have introduced incense in recent years.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
Accrington played Oldham and Barnet took on Newport - one winner feeding into the north and the other to the south.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
Oldham Council secured a default judgment against Ahsan, onto whose debt legal fees have now been added.
From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026
The tenants were convinced that if they talked with the community organizer, the executive director of the DHA, stern Carvie Oldham, would evict them.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
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