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Pickford

American

[pik-ferd] / ˈpɪk fərd /

noun

Mary Gladys Marie Smith, 1893–1979, U.S. motion-picture actress, born in Canada.

Pickford British

/ ˈpɪkfəd /

noun

Mary, real name Gladys Mary Smith. 1893–1979, US actress in silent films, born in Canada

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Jordan Pickford remains unchallenged as England's first choice, while Crystal Palace's Dean Henderson has emerged as a confident and able deputy.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Jordan Pickford saved from Amad Diallo inside two minutes with the only notable chance of the first half.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

Both women owned their own planes and Pickford, Wanamaker says, brought a “dragon” plane to Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, posing in front of it as a publicity stunt.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 1, 2025

Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford separated the clashing pair before referee Tony Harrington dismissed Gueye in the 13th minute.

From BBC • Nov. 28, 2025

Grandmother and Grandfather Pickford stand straight up, as if sturdy, steel poles ran down their backs.

From "Walk Two Moons" by Sharon Creech

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