Bevin
Speech parts
1. Bevin - Noun
2. Bevin - Proper noun
Meaning
British labor leader and statesman who played an important role in diplomacy after World War II (1884-1951)
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Examples
Ernest Bevin had many of the strongest characteristics of the English race. His manliness, his common sense, his rough simplicity, sturdiness and kind heart, easy geniality and generosity, all are qualities which we who live in the southern part of this famous island regard with admiration.
After all, six years ago it was he who faced a credible intraparty challenge from Matt Bevin, the now-former governor.
“Bevin basically refused to concede, and left the election in question.”
Advocates and lawmakers had feared Bevin would propose double digit spending cuts for state agencies, but the Republican governor instead chose to propose eliminating programs he said weren’t vital or haven’t provided a good return on investment.
In 1947, Kahane was arrested for throwing eggs and tomatoes at Bevin, as the latter disembarked at Pier 84 on a visit to New York.
After years of navigating archaic Kentucky laws and cutting through sticky red tape, House Bill 400 was signed into law by Gov. Matt Bevin Friday morning at a ceremony held at the Frazier History Museum.