Sunderland
Americannoun
noun
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a city and port in NE England, in Sunderland unitary authority, Tyne and Wear, at the mouth of the River Wear: formerly known for shipbuilding, now has car manufacturing, chemicals; university (1992). Pop: 177 739 (2001)
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a unitary authority in NE England, in Tyne and Wear. Pop: 283 100 (2003 est). Area: 138 sq km (53 sq miles)
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Having sparked their 2-0 win at Sunderland in September with the crucial first goal, the £75m summer signing came off the bench again to have a pivotal impact against Leeds on Saturday.
From BBC ● Oct. 10, 2026
It was another tough week for predictions, with only two games where everyone picked the right outcome - Everton's victory over Ipswich and Manchester City's win against Sunderland.
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026
All three teens were students at Sunderland College, which said the news had "devastated" everyone across its community.
From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026
Jackson and Luke were from Sunderland, while Zara was from Houghton-le-Spring.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
“Lord Sunderland is sworn to the Eyrie,” Davos said.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
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