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Pillsbury

American  
[pilz-ber-ee, -buh-ree] / ˈpɪlzˌbɛr i, -bə ri /

noun

  1. Charles Alfred, 1842–99, U.S. businessman.


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The actress has since been linked to musician Role Model, whose real name is Tucker Pillsbury.

From MarketWatch Jun. 1, 2026

The owner of the Pillsbury and Cheerios brands logged adjusted earnings of 64 cents a share in the fiscal third quarter, missing analysts’ calls for 73 cents.

From Barron's Mar. 18, 2026

The club is also working on creating on-mountain programming at Aspen Snowmass, says David Pillsbury, CEO of Invited, a national network of private clubs that includes Aspen Glen.

From The Wall Street Journal Oct. 16, 2025

Pick up some puff pastry or Pillsbury Crescent dough from the store, cut it into small triangles, wrap each piece around a pre-cooked mini hot dog, and bake until golden brown.

From Salon Sep. 15, 2025

Anthony managed the business side while Stanton—with assistance from coeditor Parker Pillsbury, a former editor of the National Anti-Slavery Standard—handled the editorial content.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling

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