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Bentley

American

[bent-lee] / ˈbɛnt li /

noun

Eric (Russell), 1916–2020, U.S. critic, editor, and translator; born in England.
Phyllis, 1894–1977, English novelist.
Richard, 1662–1742, English scholar and critic.

Bentley British

/ ˈbɛntlɪ /

noun

Edmund Clerihew . 1875–1956, English journalist, noted for his invention of the clerihew

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Bentley chief executive and chairman Dr Frank-Steffen Walliser said the company was investing in its factory "at unprecedented levels", but needed to make "some difficult decisions" to ensure its long-term competitiveness.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Audi group—which comprises the Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini and Ducati brands—has faced financial headwinds from U.S. tariffs, intense competition in China and restructuring costs, which prompted guidance downgrades last year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

Insider info: Director Clint Bentley is nominated for co-writing the adapted screenplay alongside Greg Kwedar.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

"Train Dreams" won the top best feature prize at the Spirit Awards honoring independent films, as well as awards for Bentley and Veloso.

From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026

Bentley looked up briefly, genuine curiosity on his face.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss

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