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Craig

American  
[kreyg] / kreɪg /

noun

  1. Edward Gordon, 1872–1966, English stage designer, producer, and author.

  2. a male given name: from a Welsh family name meaning “rock.”

Craig 1 British  
/ kreɪɡ /

noun

  1. Edward Gordon. 1872–1966, English theatrical designer, actor, and director. His nonrealistic scenic design greatly influenced theatre in Europe and the US

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craig 2 British  
/ kreɡ, kreɪɡ /

noun

  1. a Scot word for crag

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However, in late 2025, Craig and Weisz are said to have started quietly shopping the six-bedroom home around, according to The Real Deal.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

He made a video call to Craig Deare, who was briefly in charge of Latin American affairs at the White House.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Seven people charged in connection with the explosion were arrested in a sweeping operation early Thursday morning, Reisig said, including Blackstar Fireworks owner Craig Cutright.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

NCA deputy director Craig Turner said: "Working with colleagues at home and abroad, we are determined to do all we can to identify and bring to justice those responsible for these four tragic deaths."

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

We cycled through hospital visits to be with him—my mom, Craig, Janis, and me.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama

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