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lev·el·er
/ ˈlev(ə)lər/
(Brit. lev·el·ler)
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n.
1.
a person who advocates the abolition of social distinctions.
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(Leveller)
an extreme radical dissenter in the English Civil War (1642–49), calling for the abolition of the monarchy, social and agrarian reforms, and religious freedom.
2.
a person or thing that levels something.
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 "Baltimore Sun (Baltimore, MD)")
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George runs with the big dogs: Cockeysville pet competes in top N.Y. show.
Newspaper article from: Baltimore Sun (Baltimore, MD); 2/14/2007; 700+ words
; ...14--NEW YORK -- Champion mastiff George Bailee rests his massive head in a pool...the Cockeysville mastiff stir. "Good George," says Larry Wolfe to the 215-pound...How beautiful!" a bystander gasps. George, naturally, doesn't react, but Wolfe...
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George's role as team owner draws criticism
Magazine article from: Indianapolis Business Journal; 2/21/2005; ; 700+ words
; ...series stepped into what IRL founder Tony George years ago called one of CART's pitfalls. George bought Kelley's assets, marking the first...with the purchase, industry observers said, George bought himself a host of conflict-of-interest...
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 "The Capital Times (Madison, WI)")
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GEORGE VOTERS COULD TILT PRIMARY CRUCIAL IN 3-WAY RACE ---- IF THEY GO TO POLLS.(FRONT)
Newspaper article from: The Capital Times (Madison, WI); 8/1/2002; ; 700+ words
; ...Elections Board to remove state Sen. Gary George's name from the ballot throws another kink...if any -- of them might benefit from George's departure depends on factors ranging from George's own plans to questions of racial bias...
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 "Akron Beacon Journal (Akron, OH)")
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Cindy George may walk from prison Thursday.
Newspaper article from: Akron Beacon Journal (Akron, OH); 3/21/2007; 700+ words
; ...and the flowers are being delivered to the George home in Granger Township as word of Cynthia George's pending freedom is sweeping the area...9th District Court of Appeals has thrown out George's complicity to murder charge and the life...
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 "The Daily Mail (London, England)")
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George, let's hope you aren't booked on a one way trip to Palookaville; SETS THE CAT AMONG THE PIGEONS.(Features)
Newspaper article from: The Daily Mail (London, England); 5/16/2009; 700+ words
; ...SHAY HEALY IT'S now two weeks since George Lee caught almost everyone out of position...striker's position with Fine Gael. George's Fine Gael media handler, Brian Hayes...bungs involved and no conspiracy. 'He (George) made his decision, I don't think...
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George Co. Economic Development celebrates 25th anniversary. (Regional: The Coast).
Magazine article from: Mississippi Business Journal; 11/18/2002; ; 700+ words
; ...of business, civic and government leaders in George County banded together to form the George County Economic Development Foundation (EDF...decision to develop a coordinated plan to advance George County's economy was fundamental to many of...
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George Found Guilty Of Va. Torture-Slaying; Death Penalty Possible
Newspaper article from: The Washington Post; 12/11/1990; ; 700+ words
; Michael Carl George, of Stafford County, was convicted of...verdict after two days of testimony. George, 33, a former civilian computer operator...wallet containing about $40 was missing. George also was found guilty of robbery, abduction...
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George Called Both Liar, Honorable as Trial Opens; Defense Targets Primary Accuser Fiers
Newspaper article from: The Washington Post; 7/25/1992; ; 700+ words
; ...assailed former CIA spymaster Clair E. George yesterday as a man who lied repeatedly...subordinate. In opening arguments at George's trial in U.S. District Court here...another former CIA official who has become George's chief accuser. "The choice is between...
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GEORGE W. BUSH DELIVERS REMARKS AT CEREMONY AWARDING THE PRESIDENTIAL MEDAL OF FREEDOM TO GENERAL TOMMY FRANKS, GEORGE TENET
News Wire article from: Political Transcript Wire; 12/14/2004; 700+ words
; ...MEDAL OF FREEDOM TO GENERAL TOMMY FRANKS, GEORGE TENET AND AMBASSADOR PAUL BREMER DECEMBER 14, 2004 SPEAKER: GEORGE W. BUSH, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES...advanced the cause of human liberty. George Tenet learned the value of hard work as...
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George Tagle's passions: Painting and singing.(Entertainment)
Newspaper article from: Manila Bulletin; 10/16/2007; 700+ words
; ...Byline: WALDEN SADIRI It used to be that George Tagle's name was solely associated with...made his mark in his field of endeavor. George was barely in his teens when he started...afflicted with cancer. To this day, George continues teaching art to people of various...
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George III
Encyclopedia entry from: Encyclopedia of World Biography
George III George III (1738-1820) was king of Great Britain and Ireland from 1760 to...the decline of monarchical power. Born on June 4, 1738, in London, George III was the eldest son of Frederick, Prince of Wales. Frederick's...
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George, Zelma Watson 1903–1994
Book article from: Contemporary Black Biography
Zelma Watson George 1903–1994 Social activist...Selected performances Sources Zelma Watson George was one of those rare individuals, who...woman could best serve their community. George’s efforts to envision a better...
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George III (Great Britain) (1738–1820; Ruled 1760–1820)
Encyclopedia entry from: Europe, 1450 to 1789: Encyclopedia of the Early Modern World
GEORGE III (GREAT BRITAIN) (1738 – 1820; ruled 1760 – 1820) GEORGE III (GREAT BRITAIN) (1738 – 1820...1820), king of Great Britain and Ireland. George III was also elector of Hanover (1760 –...
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George II (Great Britain) (1683–1760; Ruled 1727–1760)
Encyclopedia entry from: Europe, 1450 to 1789: Encyclopedia of the Early Modern World
GEORGE II (GREAT BRITAIN) (1683 – 1760; ruled 1727 – 1760) GEORGE II (GREAT BRITAIN) (1683 – 1760...1760), king of Great Britain and Ireland. George II, who was also elector of Hanover (1727...
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George II
Book article from: The Oxford Companion to British History
George II (1683–1760), king of Great...love of all things military. However, George was much more than a soldier, and made...to do his business. Walpole had served George I for many years and George II soon formed...
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