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Hancock

American  
[han-kok] / ˈhæn kɒk /

noun

  1. Herbert Jeffrey Herbie, born 1940, U.S. jazz pianist and composer.

  2. John. John Hancock.

  3. Winfield Scott, 1824–86, Union general in the Civil War.


Hancock British  
/ ˈhænkɒk /

noun

  1. Anthony John, known as Tony. 1924–68, British comedian, noted for his radio series Hancock's Half Hour

  2. John. 1737–93, American statesman; first signatory of the Declaration of Independence

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Hancock Prospecting executive director Jay Newby welcomed the court's decision, saying it confirmed the company's ownership of Hope Downs and "firmly rejecting" the claims by Wright's family and two of Rinehart's children.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

"Wright Prospecting won half of its case, lost half of its case, and Hancock Prospecting... has won and lost half of its case," Smith said.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Hancock Park will stay partially open, with new walking paths and outdoor features set to be phased in coordination with construction.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

John Hancock, the president of the Continental Congress, likely sent a batch of the broadsides to Washington.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Might he not send a note up to Mr. Hancock?

From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes