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Rankin

American

[rang-kin] / ˈræŋ kɪn /

noun

Jeannette, 1880–1973, U.S. women's-rights leader and pacifist: first woman elected to Congress; served 1917–19, 1941–43.

Rankin British

/ ˈræŋkɪn /

noun

Ian. born 1960, Scottish novelist; best known for his series of novels featuring Edinburgh detective Inspector Rebus, beginning with Knots and Crosses (1987)

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Meanwhile, California Republican Party Chairwoman Corrin Rankin urged Republican voters to make their own voices heard too.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Rankin said she would no longer “reference” either man’s work.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

"They have all written here and Ian Rankin has mentioned us in five of his books and Sandy McCall Smith has written about The Elephant House on many occasions," Mr Taylor said.

From BBC • Dec. 29, 2025

Corrin Rankin, chairwoman of the California Republican Party, declined to comment.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 8, 2025

Little Buddy Rankin was a seasoned waterman with two children of his own.

From "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson

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