Seddon

[ sed-n ]

noun

1. Richard John, 1845–1906, New Zealand statesman, born in England: prime minister 1893–1906.

Seddon

/ ˈsɛdən /

noun

1. SeddonRichard John18451906MNew ZealandEnglishPOLITICS: statesmanPOLITICS: prime minister Richard John, known as King Dick. 1845–1906, New Zealand statesman, born in England; prime minister of New Zealand (1893–1906)

Example Sentences

As we desire to harmonize conflicting opinions, and to arrive at a fair settlement, we have voted against Mr. Seddon's amendment.

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For this reason Maryland votes "No" on Mr. Seddon's proposition.

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Afterwards, also, Miss Seddon was burnt to death in the house, by her clothes catching fire.

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He denied the right of Congress to control his Cabinet, but he was finally constrained to allow Seddon to retire.

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Benjamin had now been removed from office, but his successor, Seddon, had inherited the antagonism to Johnston.

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