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Stones

British  
/ stəʊnz /

plural noun

  1. the. See Rolling Stones

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England's spine will be familiar trusted lieutenants of both Tuchel and his predecessor Sir Gareth Southgate, such as goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, and Manchester City's Marc Guehi alongside club-mate John Stones if fit.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

England were missing players who would likely start in their strongest team as alongside Kane, Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, Jude Bellingham and John Stones were all not available.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

There needs to be an asterisk with both Reece James and John Stones regarding their fitness.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

John Stones remains England's classiest and most experienced defender, but will he be available?

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

The door to Harper's office is closed, but we can hear the song "Shattered" by the Rolling Stones playing inside.

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins