Luke
Americannoun
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an early Christian disciple and companion of Paul, a physician and probably a gentile: traditionally believed to be the author of the third Gospel and the Acts.
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the third Gospel.
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a male given name: from the Greek word meaning “man of Lucania.”
noun
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a fellow worker of Paul and a physician (Colossians 4:14). Feast day: Oct 18
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the third Gospel, traditionally ascribed to Luke
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These claims were echoed by agency worker Luke Graham, who said he was taking action to "stand up for what is right".
From BBC
"Instead Luke Sheppard's overall show is a wholesome homage. Just nice songs and a decent ensemble held together by some brilliant writing. What more could you want?"
From BBC
Reform UK gained its first seat on the city council after Councillor Luke Shenton won a by-election in May.
From BBC
Late in the game against the Huskies, Iamaleava absorbed a crunching hit and departed with neck spasms, forcing backup Luke Duncan to replace him.
From Los Angeles Times
The home side had grabbed the only try of a physical first half through Luke James as they led 19-6, with Tom Curry and Exeter's Tom Hooper both shown yellow cards.
From BBC
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