Hancock
Americannoun
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Herbert Jeffrey Herbie, born 1940, U.S. jazz pianist and composer.
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John. John Hancock.
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Winfield Scott, 1824–86, Union general in the Civil War.
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Anthony John, known as Tony. 1924–68, British comedian, noted for his radio series Hancock's Half Hour
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John. 1737–93, American statesman; first signatory of the Declaration of Independence
Example Sentences
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Hancock said that Kennedy’s views have a lasting impact on the future of health care in marginalized communities.
From Salon • Apr. 21, 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
The general wrote to Hancock that “the measure seemed to have their most hearty assent.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
He’d go first to John Hancock From where he sat he could see that a great ship was slowly warping in—no coaster this, no mere sugar boat from the Sugar Isles.
From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes
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