Leeds
Americannoun
noun
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a city in N England, in Leeds unitary authority, West Yorkshire on the River Aire: linked with Liverpool and Goole by canals; a former centre of the clothing industry; two universities (1904, 1992). Pop: 443 247 (2001)
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a unitary authority in N England, in West Yorkshire. Pop: 715 200 (2003 est). Area: 562 sq km (217 sq miles)
noun
Example Sentences
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White told Leeds Crown Court that she had desperately tried to move her daughter's wheelchair out of the way of Mackay's vehicle during the incident.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
However, in 2021, the government said it was cancelling the eastern leg going to Leeds.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
Having jumped up four tiers in the football pyramid, he made his first-team debut against Leeds United's under-21s in the National League Cup later that month.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
Even if defeat happens, West Ham would then need to beat resurgent Leeds United on the final day and hope for an Everton win at Spurs.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
For one week in June and the last week in August, Mr. Smith, the pool’s black caretaker, closed the Leeds pool for cleaning, maintenance, and repairs.
From "While the World Watched: A Birmingham Bombing Survivor Comes of Age during the Civil Rights Movement" by Carolyn Maull McKinstry
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