Wyndham

American

[win-duhm] / ˈwɪn dəm /

noun

John John Benyon Harris, 1903–69, British science-fiction writer.

Wyndham British

/ ˈwɪndəm /

noun

John, pseudonym of John Wyndham Parkes Lucas Beynon Harris . 1903–69, British writer of science fiction novels and stories. His works include The Day of the Triffids (1951), The Kraken Wakes (1953), and The Midwich Cuckoos (1957)

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“These greens are going to be concrete,” said Wyndham Clark, who followed an even-par round with a four-under 68.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts cut its full-year outlook after logging lower-than-expected revenue in the third quarter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 22, 2025

Later this month my family is going on a quick staycation at Wyndham Hotel, booked entirely with my generous friend’s points she offered us, since they are due to expire at the end of June.

From Salon • May 28, 2025

The Travelodge by Wyndham, a popular place to stay during the Rose Parade due to its route proximity.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2025

And, with a clefted chin and strong cheekbones—with strawberry hair and his right hand on Mrs. Wyndham’s shoulder—Barry Wyndham.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse

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