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Payne

American  
[peyn] / peɪn /

noun

  1. John Howard, 1791–1852, U.S. actor and dramatist.


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Michael Payne, Labour MP for Gedling, described the death as a "heartbreaking loss" and pledged to provide support to Fairman's family and the local community.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

The $12 trillion asset manager just hired portfolio manager Alexander Payne from Morgan Stanley Investment Management to head up the mortgage team within its active fixed-income group, a spokeswoman said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

A coroner said he "awaits developments" as the investigation into the death of former One Direction star Liam Payne continues in Argentina, a pre-inquest review heard.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Dr. Payne explained that higher energy use is only part of the problem.

From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026

High atop the pulpit, Ser Ilyn Payne gestured and the knight in black-and-gold gave a command.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin

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