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Purdy

American  
[pur-dee] / ˈpɜr di /

noun

  1. James, 1914–2009, U.S. novelist and short-story writer.


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Givan has appointed Prof Noel Purdy from Stranmillis University College to chair the panel which will draw up the new RE syllabus.

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

For perspective, Brock Purdy, the current San Francisco 49ers starting quarterback, was available.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 17, 2026

Quarterback Brock Purdy missed extended time with various ailments, and backup Mac Jones played so well in his place that some thought Shanahan should stick with Jones.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026

Yet Niners quarterback Brock Purdy and the dynamic McCaffrey shrugged off that latest injury setback to inspire a victory that sets up a divisional-round clash with the top-seeded Seattle Seahawks next weekend.

From Barron's • Jan. 12, 2026

“Why did the chicken cross the road?” my mom said Natalie asked Mr. Purdy.

From "Al Capone Does My Shirts" by Gennifer Choldenko

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