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Townsend

American  
[taun-zuhnd] / ˈtaʊn zənd /

noun

  1. Francis Everett, 1867–1960, U.S. physician and proposer of the Townsend plan.


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"We gave them too many opportunities with our discipline," Townsend said, echoing the verdict of his captain.

From BBC ● Nov. 7, 2026

The uneasy truth for Townsend and his players is that despite their excellence in the opening half, they were utterly bossed in the second.

From BBC ● Nov. 7, 2026

"I still feel the players we have and the way we set up to play, we should cause opposition problems," Townsend said.

From BBC ● Nov. 7, 2026

Blacknell said prosecutors did not explain why they declined to charge Townsend.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 6, 2026

Townsend proved his loyalty to the British not only by writing for the Gazette but also by becoming a partner with Rivington in a coffee shop.

From "George Washington, Spymaster" by Thomas B. Allen

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