Clark

[ klahrk ]

noun

1. Alvan, 1804–87, and his son Alvan Graham, 1832–97, U.S. astronomers and telescope-lens manufacturers.
2. Champ [champ], James Beauchamp, 1850–1921, U.S. political leader: Speaker of the House 1911–19.
3. (Charles) Joseph Joe, born 1939, Canadian political leader: prime minister 1979–80.
4. George Rogers, 1752–1818, U.S. soldier.
5. John Bates [jon, , beyts], 1847–1938, U.S. economist and educator.
6. Kenneth B(ancroft), 1914–2005, U.S. psychologist and educator, born in the Panama Canal Zone.
7. Sir Kenneth McKenzie, Baron Clark of Saltwood 1903–83, English art historian.
8. Mark Wayne, 1896–1984, U.S. general.
9. Thomas Campbell Tom, 1899–1977, associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court 1949–67.
10. Walter Van Til·burg [wawl, -ter van , til, -berg], 1909–71, U.S. author.
11. William, 1770–1838, U.S. soldier and explorer (brother of George R. Clark): on expedition with Meriwether Lewis 1804–06.
12. a male given name: a surname, ultimately derived from clerk.

Clark

/ klɑːk /

noun

1. ClarkHelen1950FNew ZealandPOLITICS: politician Helen. born 1950, New Zealand Labour politician; prime minister (1999–2008); administrator of the United Nations Development Programme from 2009
2. ClarkJames19361968MScottishSPORT AND GAMES: racing driver James, known as Jim. 1936–68, Scottish racing driver; World Champion (1963, 1965)
3. ClarkKenneth, Baron Clark of Saltwood19031983MEnglishHISTORY: historian Kenneth, Baron Clark of Saltwood. 1903–83, English art historian: his books include Civilization (1969), which he first presented as a television series
4. ClarkWilliam17701838MUSTRAVEL AND EXPLORATION: explorerTRAVEL AND EXPLORATION: frontiersman William. 1770–1838, US explorer and frontiersman: best known for his expedition to the Pacific Northwest (1804–06) with Meriwether Lewis

Example Sentences

Trucking has grown increasingly expensive since then, Clark said.

From Voice of San Diego

The addition of Clark, a 2020 defensive player of the year candidate, and Charles, a four-time all-defensive team selection, gives Washington added versatility on defense.

From Washington Post

To get to the sculpture I loved most at the Clark, Nairy Baghramian’s “Knee and Elbow,” I emerged from the forest trails and walked across a brief, bare expanse of snow combed by cold winds.

From Washington Post

Clark’s basket in the closing stages provided the winning points.

From Washington Post

Clark only had six sacks during the regular season, but he has four in the past five games, including two in the AFC championship game.

From Washington Post

It took a blow to the head from Clark and the assistance of three deputies to subdue her.

From The Daily Beast

In fact, Clark fell back first from her blows, losing his cap, tie, and badge in the melee.

From The Daily Beast

We also see her physically battling Sheriff Clark, but the camera focuses on her falling to the ground.

From The Daily Beast

It appeared that Baker would again have to face Clark in the forthcoming run-off.

From The Daily Beast

Only 92 were cast for Clark, and 21 for two other candidates.

From The Daily Beast

The "effects" were astonishingly well contrived by both author and producer (Mr. Holman Clark).

From Project Gutenberg

Clark's recollections in 1869, when he was eighty-three years old, and resided at Redruth.

From Project Gutenberg

In honor of his great bravery and extremely difficult marching, Clark was entitled the "Hannibal of the West."

From Project Gutenberg

Lewis and Clark were aided considerably in their travel route directions by an Indian woman guide, Sacajawea.

From Project Gutenberg

Emily Clark, a native of Richmond, founded and edited a literary, monthly magazine entitled "Reviewer."

From Project Gutenberg