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Purdy

American

[pur-dee] / ˈpɜr di /

noun

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

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

Purdy tossed two touchdowns and finished with 262 passing yards.

From Barron's • Jan. 12, 2026

Brock Purdy throws a go-ahead touchdown pass to Christian McCaffery late in the fourth quarter in San Francisco’s 23-19 wild-card win over Philadelphia.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 12, 2026

My mom looks at me, then back at Mr. Purdy.

From "Al Capone Does My Shirts" by Gennifer Choldenko

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