Clive

[ klahyv ]

noun

1. Robert Baron Clive of Plassey, 1725–74, British general and statesman in India.
2. a male given name, form of Cleve.

Clive

/ klaɪv /

noun

1. CliveRobert17251774MBritishMILITARY: generalPOLITICS: statesman Robert, Baron Clive of Plassey. 1725–74, British general and statesman, whose victory at Plassey (1757) strengthened British control in India

Example Sentences

Clive Bailey, founder of the Farming Forum which is also organising a protest in central London next week, said on Thursday that any change to the new rules “would be a step forward”.

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It is now necessary to revise the movement to fight "a frightening expansion of the far-right across Europe," said Clive Dixon, from Coventry LMHR.

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Analyst Clive Black at Shore Capital said the firm's core fast fashion business was in decline and that Shein and Temu were providing fierce competition.

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Head teacher Clive Thomas said in a letter that pupils would instead be provided with pack lunches by the school until the situation is "fully addressed".

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Renowned snooker commentator Clive Everton has died at the age of 87.

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