Whittington

American  

[hwit-ing-tuhn, wit-] / ˈʰwɪt ɪŋ tən, ˈwɪt- /

noun

1. Richard Dick, 1358?–1423, English merchant and philanthropist: Lord Mayor of London 1398, 1406–07, 1419–20.

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Whittington British  

/ ˈwɪtɪŋtən /

noun

1. Richard, known as Dick. died 1423, English merchant, three times mayor of London. According to legend, he walked to London at the age of 13 with his cat and was prevented from leaving again only by the call of the church bells

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Atwell joins a receiver corps that includes Nacua, Adams, Jordan Whittington, Konata Mumpfield, rookie CJ Daniels and Xavier Smith, who was the punt returner last season.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 27, 2026

“We continue to drive our own momentum and are playing offense, led by our retail business expansion,” CEO Melinda D. Whittington said.

From Barron's ● Jun. 17, 2026

Councillor David Walker, who represents Whittington on Shropshire Council, said improving the county's natural world could also bring "big economic benefits".

From BBC ● Apr. 27, 2026

Chief Executive Melinda Whittington said the consumer environment remains challenging, though the company continues to gain momentum by expanding its retail footprint through new and acquired stores.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 17, 2026

"No, indeed, sir," says Whittington, "that is not true, for I would work with all my heart, but I know nobody, and I believe I am very sick for want of food."

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