Repton
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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It’s probably going to be investing less in America, rather than outright selling the U.S.,” said Fredrik Repton, senior portfolio manager at Neuberger Berman.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 28, 2026
Stan was hell-bent on fast-tracking his son's progression as he hopped between several London amateur clubs, with stints at Repton, Dale Youth, Lynn, West Ham, Fisher and Islington.
From BBC ● Sep. 20, 2024
At the prestigious Repton School, young Roald displayed no talent whatsoever for writing.
From Washington Post ● Dec. 28, 2022
The custom-made, quality workmanship is designed by Mel Pardue of Repton, Ala. It offers an axis lock construction on a 3.45-inch blade, which makes it extremely resilient.
From Seattle Times ● May 27, 2016
I was exactly thirteen in September 1929 when the time came for me to go to Repton.
From "Boy: Tales of a Childhood" by Roald Dahl
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