Forde

British

/ fɔːd /

noun

Frank , full name Francis Michael Forde. 1890–1983, Australian politician; prime minister of Australia for eight days (1945)

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Sherfane Rutherford, who couldn't capitalise on being dropped on three, Rovman Powell, and Matthew Forde joined the procession back to the dressing room before Shepherd and Holder came together in the 11th over.

From BBC

After winning the toss and choosing to field, Matthew Forde bowled a magnificent spell of 1-10 from his four overs and removed captain Rohit Paudel for five to heap pressure on Nepal's top order.

From Barron's

Det Insp Lucy Forde, from Avon and Somerset Police, said the investigation into Bennett's crimes was deeply challenging and distressing for all concerned.

From BBC

He went on to criticise the defendant for failing to assist the police investigation, adding that Forde's "unforthcoming attitude" had meant further forensic work had to be undertaken.

From BBC

Less than a minute later, Forde crashed into the BMW Ms Do Nascimento was travelling in.

From BBC

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