Paton

American

[peyt-n] / ˈpeɪt n /

noun

Alan (Stewart), 1903–88, South African novelist.

Paton British

/ ˈpeɪtən /

noun

Alan ( Stewart ). 1903–88, South African writer, noted esp for his novel dealing with racism and apartheid in South Africa, Cry, the Beloved Country (1965)

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Broncos executive George Paton said Nix is currently on course for a return in May, which is when the Broncos will hold organized team activities.

From Barron's

Assistant Chief Constable Catriona Paton said: "The rights of our children are at the heart of everything we do and we welcome the commission's announcement of an investigation which focuses on this important area."

From BBC

The Northern Irishman claimed a record 27th triumph on his Paton machine to move one clear of his legendary uncle Joey in terms of race victories.

From BBC

Steven Paton, director of the Smithsonian Institution’s physical monitoring program in Panama, said that the upcoming move “is a direct consequence of climate change through the increase in sea level.”

From Seattle Times

“If they were younger, they would have gone higher,” general manager George Paton said.

From Seattle Times

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