Torbay
Americannoun
noun
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a unitary authority in SW England, in Devon, consisting of Torquay and two neighbouring coastal resorts. Pop: 131 300 (2003 est). Area: 63 sq km (24 sq miles)
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Also: Tor Bay. an inlet of the English Channel on the coast of SW England, near Torquay
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Torbay, Kettering and Musgrove Park hospitals are all delayed – they are estimated to be open nine to ten years later than under the previous plan.
From BBC • Jan. 15, 2026
Nine people were in Torbay hospital with the flu on 21 December that rose to 16 by 28 December and 19 by 4 January.
From BBC • Jan. 13, 2026
Joel was taken to Torbay Hospital where he spent two days and two nights.
From BBC • Jan. 13, 2026
Torbay Council said an extra 234 pupils have been enrolled for free school meals as a result of the change in policy.
From BBC • Nov. 6, 2025
The French armies devastated the Palatinate instead of attacking William of Orange in the Netherlands, leaving him free to disembark at Torbay, usurp the throne of England, and construct the Grand Alliance of 1689.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 7 "Fox, George" to "France" by Various
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