Throckmorton

/ ˈθrɒkˌmɔːtən; ˈθrɒɡˌmɔːtən /

noun

1. ThrockmortonFrancis15541584MEnglishPOLITICS: conspirator Francis. 1554–84, English conspirator, who with French and Spanish support plotted (1583) to depose Elizabeth I in favour of Mary, Queen of Scots: executed

Example Sentences

Warren Throckmorton, a former Grove City College professor and prominent conservative, Christian critic of Barton, told the Tribune that the platform emblematized Barton’s growing influence, and his movement’s conflicting calls to preserve “religious liberty” while attempting to elevate their faith over others.

From Salon

Now, the family behind Jeremiah P. Throckmorton Grille explains all.

From Los Angeles Times

Jeremiah P. Throckmorton Grille — a casual spot in Beverly Hills — was a real-life “Peach Pit” that for years served devotees burgers, hot dogs and egg creams, until it shut down suddenly in 1997.

From Los Angeles Times

For many, Throckmorton — or Throck’s, as regulars called it — offered a taste of adolescent freedom: You could walk there after middle school and order a burger, fries and a milkshake, without anyone saying it’d spoil dinner.

From Los Angeles Times

“It felt like home when I was there. I’ve pretty much given up ... on trying to find another Throckmorton.”

From Los Angeles Times