Scarborough

American

[skahr-bur-oh, -buhr-oh, -ber-uh] / ˈskɑrˌbɜr oʊ, -ˌbʌr oʊ, -bər ə /

noun

a seaport in North Yorkshire, in NE England.
a city in SW Maine.

Scarborough British

/ ˈskɑːbrə /

noun

a fishing port and resort in NE England, in North Yorkshire on the North Sea: developed as a spa after 1660; ruined 12th-century castle. Pop: 38 364 (2001)

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There will be a midday online forumwhere they can ask questions of Rachel Maddow, Joe Scarborough, Jen Psaki, Stephanie Ruhle and other on-air talent.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026

A Scarborough bed and breakfast owner has said businesses like his will face an "uneven playing field" if a so-called tourist tax is introduced in North Yorkshire but not in neighbouring East Yorkshire.

From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026

The incident at Scarborough Shoal, which took place during an attempt to resupply Filipino fishermen, came as top diplomats wrapped up a Southeast Asian regional forum in Manila.

From Barron's ● Jul. 24, 2026

The Albania Under-21 international did not make a first-team appearance for Hull and spent the end of last season on loan at Scarborough Athletic.

From BBC ● Jul. 1, 2026

Each day Ann reported to the basement of the Scarborough Funeral Home in Hayti.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson

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