Scofield

British

/ ˈskəʊfiːld /

noun

( David ) Paul . (1922–2008), English stage and film actor

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"The shifting forest and shrubland habitats forced a reset of the bird populations," adds Dr. Scofield.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

"These extinctions were driven by relatively rapid climate shifts and cataclysmic volcanic eruptions," says Dr. Scofield.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

Later in his career, he collaborated with guitarist John Scofield, saxophonist Joe Lovano and bassist Dave Holland in the group ScoLoHoFo.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2025

Scofield said Boeing’s lobbying team is “best-of-breed” and “a group of professionals.”

From Seattle Times • Apr. 16, 2024

"Come on, buddy," Scofield called, "we caint be fooling around."

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison

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