Trueman

British

/ ˈtruːmən /

noun

Freddy , full name Frederick Sewards Trueman . 1931–2006, English cricketer; a fast bowler, he played for Yorkshire (1949–68) and England (1952–65); first bowler to take 300 test match wickets

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Mr. Trueman contends that the loss of belief in man’s sacredness, depending as it did on a belief in God, occasioned the descent into confusion we constantly regret, without knowing quite why.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Trueman, never shy of speaking his mind, had just bowled more than 1,100 overs in the English summer.

From BBC • Nov. 11, 2025

The character, played by Paul Bradley, appeared at a community centre where Yolande Trueman, played by Angela Wynter, was volunteering during the episode.

From BBC • Dec. 24, 2024

Brian Trueman had an illustrious career in television and radio, presenting the BBC children's quiz show Screen Test as well as working at Granada TV.

From BBC • Sep. 3, 2024

Rare sport, Master Trueman, rare sport, let me tell you!

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