Bessemer
Americannoun
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Sir Henry, 1813–98, English engineer: inventor of the Bessemer process.
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a city in central Alabama.
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You won’t get a charitable deduction, “but the fact that your RMD isn’t increasing your income means you’re effectively getting the deduction,” says Stephen Baxley, head of tax and financial planning at Bessemer Trust.
From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026
“Breaker’s on-robot agents will redefine how militaries deploy and manage autonomous systems,” Bessemer partner David Cowan said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026
The company previously raised about $1.4 billion from venture firms, including Iconiq Growth, Bessemer Venture Partners and Battery Ventures.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 3, 2024
Cardiff's Lamby Way recycling centre is expected to operate as normal but the Bessemer Road site will be closed to domestic users.
From BBC • Sep. 3, 2023
“Sit down by me, Aibileen,” Bertrina Bessemer say.
From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett
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