Butterworth
Britishnoun
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George . 1885–1916, British composer, noted for his interest in folk song and his settings of Housman's poems
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Nick . born 1946, English writer and illustrator of children's books, many of which feature Percy, the animal-loving park keeper
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NFL instant replay pooh-bah Mark Butterworth later explained the ruling thusly:
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 9, 2025
Hattie Butterworth, a cellist and editor of Choir & Organ and Opera Now magazines, believes that more pop stars are taking an interest in classical music.
From BBC ● Nov. 26, 2025
Then when Jez Butterworth came onboard, it transformed even into something more spectacular and it had a cohesion of characters that was very exciting.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 27, 2025
“The Hills of California,” the latest darkly comedic drama from the acclaimed English playwright Jez Butterworth, will transfer to Broadway this fall after a well-received five-month run in London.
From New York Times ● Jun. 4, 2024
Hezekiah Butterworth was present, and I offered the following conundrum: "What's butter worth?"
From Julia Ward Howe 1819-1910 by Elliott, Maud Howe
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