Patrick
Americannoun
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Saint, a.d. 389?–461?, British missionary and bishop in Ireland: patron saint of Ireland.
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(Curtis) Lester, 1883–1960, Canadian ice-hockey player and manager, in the U.S. after 1926.
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a male given name: from a Latin word meaning “patrician.”
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“Verra Mobility is at an inflection point, as the Company operates in a dynamic market that continues to evolve and grow,” Board Chairman Patrick Byrne said.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
Goalkeeper Harald Schumacher's shocking challenge on Patrick Battiston, a thrilling 3-3 draw after extra time, the first penalty shootout in World Cup history.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
“I don’t think there’s a dealer in this country who would say ‘I don’t want a more-affordable product to offer,’” said Patrick Manzi, chief economist of the National Automobile Dealers Association.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
After having lived in Boston, New York and Santa Monica, Sean Patrick Gallagher points out that the hills are real.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
Patrick Prendergast believed his appointment as corporation counsel was about to occur.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
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