Stubbs

[ stuhbz ]

/ stʌbz /

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noun

William, 1825–1901, English historian and bishop.

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Words nearby Stubbs

stubble, stubbled, stubble-jumper, stubborn, stubborn as a mule, Stubbs, stubby, stub nail, STUC, stucco, stuccowork

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How to use Stubbs in a sentence

Compare the Auto-Tune way of singing today with the way Levi Stubbs of the Four Tops sang.
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After the vote to censure, Stubbs simply said, “All members of Congress are in need of humbling experiences from time to time.”
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For back-cracking and random chat, find Osteopath Richard Stubbs.
Gal With a Suitcase|Jolie Hunt|February 26, 2011|DAILY BEAST
Stubbs smiled graciously; and the manager left him with his dresser, to attire himself in his "customary suit of solemn black."
The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction, No. 366|Various

The next morning, at breakfast, Stubbs found all the daily papers on his table, pursuant to his directions.
The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction, No. 366|Various
Elvira joined in; so did Stubbs, with a good ear and voice, but an imperfect acquaintance with the music.
The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 4 (of 25)|Robert Louis Stevenson
Every one around here calls Mr. Stubbs grandpa because he is so kind to little children and to all animals.
Billy Whiskers' Adventures|Frances Trego Montgomery
"The profit," promptly answered Stubbs, and then he made a scramble to get out of Griswold's way.
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British Dictionary definitions for Stubbs

Stubbs

/ (stʌbz) /

noun

George. 1724–1806, English painter, noted esp for his pictures of horses

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