Sutcliffe

/ (ˈsʌtˌklɪf) /

noun

Herbert. 1894–1978, English cricketer, who played for Yorkshire; scorer of 149 centuries and 1000 runs in a season 24 times

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Example sentences from the Web for sutcliffe

The heavies at this time were Sutcliffe and John Lennon, who were at art school together.
What It Was Like to Watch the Beatles Become the Beatles—Nik Cohn Remembers|Nik Cohn|February 9, 2014|DAILY BEAST
The judge recommended Sutcliffe serve a minimum term of 30 years before any possibility of parole be considered.
Why the Yorkshire Ripper?|David Peace|March 7, 2010|DAILY BEAST
It is thought to be extremely unlikely that Sutcliffe will be granted a parole hearing, or ever released from prison.
Why the Yorkshire Ripper?|David Peace|March 7, 2010|DAILY BEAST
He recognised her as the girl whom he had met in Sutcliffe's shop.
The Day of Judgment|Joseph Hocking

Sutcliffe, the captain, seated on his right, inquired if the Shelton Compositions had been judged.
Sonia Between two Worlds|Stephen McKenna
Life was all glitter, like a Christmas tree, when I left Sutcliffe.
A Modern Chronicle, Complete|Winston Churchill
Just call me Sutcliffe, and I'll call you sir—as you're so old—like we do the masters.
The Mysterious Shin Shira|George Edward Farrow
In the morning they took an early train to Sutcliffe Manors, on the Hudson.
A Modern Chronicle, Complete|Winston Churchill

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