Van Buren

American

[van byoor-uhn] / væn ˈbyʊər ən /

noun

Martin, 1782–1862, 8th president of the U.S. 1837–41.
a town in central Arkansas.
a male given name.

Van Buren British

/ væn ˈbjʊərən /

noun

Martin. 1782–1862, US Democratic statesman; 8th president of the US (1837–41)

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And one president, Martin Van Buren, burned some of his papers.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

TD Cowen analyst Tyler Van Buren wrote early Thursday that his own survey suggested that investors were anticipating $79 million in third quarter Yeztugo sales.

From Barron's • Oct. 30, 2025

Pearce’s performance as American industrialist Harrison Lee Van Buren is not only the highlight of “The Brutalist,” it’s also the highlight of his already accomplished career.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2025

Pearce: There’s this performative façade of strength to Van Buren, but on some level, he feels powerless.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2025

Martin Van Buren of New York is elected the eighth U.S. president.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis

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