Burgoyne

American

[ber-goin] / bərˈgɔɪn /

noun

John, 1722–92, British general and dramatist: surrendered at Saratoga in American Revolutionary War.

Burgoyne British

/ bɜːˈɡɔɪn /

noun

John . 1722–92, British general in the War of American Independence who was forced to surrender at Saratoga (1777)

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After surrendering his troops, Burgoyne was sent home, where he was reprimanded over the defeat and condemned for McCrea’s killing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 14, 2025

Burgoyne spent several minutes discussing an attorney general’s opinion that highlighted potential constitutional concerns with the legislation.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 4, 2022

But as regulations evolve, Wealthsimple will "have to continue to devote considerable resources to build up their cryptocurrency presence and to deal with regulatory compliance," said Matthew Burgoyne, cryptocurrency and blockchain-focused partner at McLeod Law.

From Reuters • Jan. 31, 2022

Tony Burgoyne, 82, who used to work out with Prowse, said that while he became known as an imposing figure, it was a childhood impairment that set him on the path to his acting roles.

From BBC • Nov. 30, 2020

Word came to Boston that three generals, more ferocious than mild General Gage, were already on the way over to take command— Generals Howe, Clinton, and Burgoyne.

From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes

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