Phillip

American

[fil-ip] / ˈfɪl ɪp /

noun

a male given name.

Phillip British

/ ˈfɪlɪp /

noun

Arthur. 1738–1814, English naval commander; captain general of the First Fleet, which carried convicts from Portsmouth to Sydney Cove, Australia, where he founded New South Wales

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“This could create serious consequences, including a potential zeroing out of the state’s support for critical emission reduction programs,” said Phillip Fine, executive officer at the Bay Area Air District.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

The strikes highlight tensions between the two sides, even as they tout progress toward an interim peace deal, says Phillip Securities’ research team in a note.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Guardiola utilised diminutive Argentina midfielder Javier Mascherano as a central defender at Barcelona, then transformed Bayern Munich's outstanding right-back Phillip Lahm into an equally effective holding midfield player.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

The judge also commended the "bravery" of Phillip Morgan, as well as the actions of other people.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

“Wolf, help me get Phillip onto her back.”

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley

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