West Country
Britishnoun
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With his mutton-chop sideburns, West Country accent and infectious enthusiasm, Professor Colin Pillinger persuaded politicians, pop stars and the public to support what had seemed impossible: a British mission to Mars.
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026
West Country farmers are counting the cost of a "terrible summer", as one put it.
From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2026
Respondents with a West Country accent reported the highest rate of having their accent mocked or criticised by colleagues, at 15%, followed by 13% of those with a Geordie accent.
From BBC ● Aug. 23, 2026
The second of three summer full moons is set to rise above the West Country on Wednesday night.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
“So I suppose you’re going to tell me he caused the hurricane in the West Country too?” said the Prime Minister, his temper rising with every pace he took.
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
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