swinney

American

[swin-ee] / ˈswɪn i /

noun

Veterinary Pathology.

sweeny.

Swinney British

/ ˈswɪnɪ /

noun

John ( Ramsay ). born 1964, Scottish politician; leader of the Scottish National Party (2000–04); Scottish government finance minister from 2007

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John Swinney, the Scottish leader, described it as a proud moment.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Scotland is big enough, we are clever enough and this news confirms that our economy is strong enough,” Swinney said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Swinney, a veteran in the independence movement, has been doing the rounds of the media and talking up what a bond could mean for the cause.

From The Wall Street Journal

Issuing a bond as soon as next year could help establish Scotland’s brand in the markets and encourage other forms of investment, said Swinney.

From The Wall Street Journal

John Swinney made the remarks the day after plans to place 300 men in Cameron Barracks in Inverness by early December were delayed.

From BBC

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