Crockett

American

[krok-it] / ˈkrɒk ɪt /

noun

David Davy, 1786–1836, U.S. frontiersman, politician, and folklore hero.

Crockett British

/ ˈkrɒkɪt /

noun

David, known as Davy Crockett. 1786–1836, US frontiersman, politician, and soldier

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Kendall Scudder, chair of the Texas Democratic Party, agreed that the competitive primary between Talarico and Crockett is likely driving turnout among Democrats but noted that Republicans have a competitive Senate primary of their own.

From Salon

Sometimes I was Daniel Boone; then there would be spells of Davy Crockett, Kit Carson, the Last of the Mohicans, and Tarzan of the Apes.

From Literature

Retired Wallabies prop Slipper became the first Australian to bring up the 200-game milestone and he is close to passing the all-time record, held by former Crusaders and All Blacks prop Wyatt Crockett.

From Barron's

The veteran prop is on track to surpass the all-time appearance record of 202 held by retired All Blacks great Wyatt Crockett.

From Barron's

Crockett, a 44-year-old African-American lawyer, argues the party needs a fighter capable of energizing turnout and commanding attention through sharp, viral exchanges with Republicans.

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