Stratton

[ strat-n ]

noun

1. Charles Sherwood General Tom Thumb, 1838–83, U.S. dwarf who performed in the circus of P. T. Barnum.

Example Sentences

Stratton, the fifth-string quarterback who was on the scout team last week but was promoted because of injuries, hit passes to convert twice on third down and Kamari Moulton ran for a one-yard touchdown that tied the score with 11:27 left in the fourth quarter.

From Los Angeles Times

The Bruins’ defense sealed the victory with a crucial third-down stop, forcing Iowa quarterback Jackson Stratton to toss an incomplete pass under pressure with 4:04 remaining.

From Los Angeles Times

"Access to healthy foods and fresh produce is not just about groceries. It's about justice," declared Juliana Stratton, Illinois' lieutenant governor, to the cheering crowd that gathered in Illinois' southernmost city.

From Salon

Stratton had assisted Cairo leaders in securing state funds from another source because Rise came before the launch of the grocery program, and she told the crowd it would serve as a beacon: "I want you to know, Cairo, Illinois, this is only the beginning, and you are leading the way."

From Salon

Kilgen and several others interviewed for the documentary, including Christy Stratton, another female writer on the show, also said Schneider frequently requested massages from his employees and actors.

From Los Angeles Times