Skelton
Americannoun
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John, c1460–1529, English poet.
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Richard Bernard Red, 1913–97, U.S. actor and comedian.
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“I definitely think anyone has a shot,” said Parke Skelton, a Democratic political strategist who worked for Bass’ first mayoral campaign.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
The following day, Dr Mike Skelton, a consultant psychiatrist, decided Calocane did not pose a serious enough risk to be detained and allowed him to return home.
From BBC • May 7, 2026
Skelton said the decision to release Calocane to the crisis team and return him to his accommodation was not a "gamble" or influenced by Calocane trying to "dissuade" him from sectioning him.
From BBC • May 7, 2026
With last year's winner Jonbon not running, the field was open and jockey Skelton said aggressive riding "definitely helped" Grey Dawning hold off second-placed Solness by a neck.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
Quite simply, Betty Skelton was a woman who loved speed, whether it was by air or land.
From "Women in Space" by Karen Bush Gibson
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