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Dunstable

American

[duhn-stuh-buhl] / ˈdʌn stə bəl /

Also Dunstaple

noun

John, c1390–1453, English composer.

Dunstable ¹ British

/ ˈdʌnstəbəl /

noun

an industrial town in SE central England, in Bedfordshire. Pop: 50 775 (2001)

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Dunstable ² British

/ ˈdʌnstəbəl /

noun

John. died 1453, English composer, esp of motets and mass settings, noted for his innovations in harmony and rhythm

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In the film, Scott’s Stagg arrives at Southwark House from Dunstable four days before D-day is planned.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 29, 2026

Several parents contacted the BBC with concerns over strict uniform policies and reduced facilities at Manshead Church of England Academy, near Dunstable, Bedfordshire.

From BBC ● Sep. 11, 2025

The BBC first reported in September 2024 that 11,000 patients faced re-testing after a machine at Luton and Dunstable Hospital issued incorrect diabetes results.

From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2025

The Ozel Gozde Hospital and Luton & Dunstable Hospital have been approached for comment.

From BBC ● Jun. 19, 2025

Dunstable had also a gild merchant and was affiliated to London.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 8 "Dubner" to "Dyeing" by Various

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