Robert I
Americannoun
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Robert the Devil, died 1035, duke of Normandy 1028–35 (father of William I of England).
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Also called Robert Bruce. Also called Robert the Bruce,. 1274–1329, king of Scotland 1306–29.
noun
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The letter was one of three written to Pope John XXII, who refused to recognise King Robert I - Robert the Bruce - as the monarch in Scotland.
From BBC ● Jun. 2, 2023
Like Robert, I was labeled the black sheep of the family.
From Salon ● Sep. 13, 2021
“When we met with Robert, I was struck by his presence,” Johnson said.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 22, 2021
“I think that’s what hit Robert. He realized he wanted to follow his passion. 9/11 forced that decision for Robert, I believe.”
From Washington Post ● Jan. 31, 2020
On the way home from visiting Robert, I watch the mountains move past me and slowly the mountain song starts coming again more words this time, coming faster than I can sing them.
From "Brown Girl Dreaming" by Jacqueline Woodson
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