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former

[fawr-mer] / ˈfɔr mər /


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I came upon a perfect example of this some years back, when I visited a former high-ranking Bell Labs executive in Short Hills, N.J., named Morris Tanenbaum.

From The Wall Street Journal

The former Welsh first minister's comments come as polls suggest Reform is competing with Plaid Cymru for top spot following the Senedd election on 7 May.

From BBC

Woods' high-speed single vehicle crash near Los Angeles nearly cost the former world number one his right leg.

From BBC

Empty-nesters and former rodeo competitors are selling the compound, which includes several barns and an indoor equestrian facility.

From The Wall Street Journal

The service asked people not to drive near the former silk mill as it was "making things difficult", and warned residents to keep windows and doors shut.

From BBC