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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The Irish musician says she has experienced a "difficult" few days after performing at the music festival in Sunderland because of online comments about her weight.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
The Cherries escaped Marcos Senesi red cards twice, against Liverpool and Palace, and should have conceded a penalty at home to Sunderland.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
In the Europa League, Bournemouth and Sunderland qualified via the league.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
By contrast, according to the Census figures, barely 1% of a Sunderland population approaching 300,000 in 1981 was of African-Caribbean origin.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
It was a window like the one in Sunderland Avenue in Oxford.
From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman
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