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I was the first to promote The Beatles in the States, and Ed Sullivan called me first about them before he ever booked them on his television show.
Sid Bernstein

Meaning of "Sullivan" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF SULLIVAN

Sullivan  [ˈsʌlɪvən] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF SULLIVAN

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Sullivan is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES SULLIVAN MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Definition of Sullivan in the English dictionary

The definition of Sullivan in the dictionary is Sir Arthur. 1842–1900, English composer who wrote operettas, such as H.M.S. Pinafore and The Mikado, with W. S. Gilbert as librettist. Other definition of Sullivan is Louis. 1856–1924, US pioneer of modern architecture: he coined the slogan "form follows function".


WORDS THAT RHYME WITH SULLIVAN


Avon
ˈeɪvən
craven
ˈkreɪvən
driven
ˈdrɪvən
enliven
ɪnˈlaɪvən
given
ˈɡɪvən
graven
ˈɡreɪvən
haven
ˈheɪvən
liven
ˈlaɪvən
market-driven
ˌmɑːkɪtˈdrɪvən
maven
ˈmeɪvən
motor-driven
ˈməʊtəˌdrɪvən
Newhaven
ˈnjuːˌheɪvən
Niven
ˈnɪvən
raven
ˈreɪvən
riven
ˈrɪvən
shaven
ˈʃeɪvən
Stratford-upon-Avon
ˈstrætfədəpɒnˈeɪvən
test-driven
ˈtestdrɪvən
unforgiven
ˌʌnfəˈɡɪvən
wyvern
ˈwaɪvən

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE SULLIVAN

Sulla
sullage
sullen
sullenly
sullenness
sullens
sulliable
sullied
sullies
Sullom Voe
sully
Sully-Prudhomme

WORDS THAT END LIKE SULLIVAN

Bevan
bhavan
camper van
caravan
Cavan
divan
elvan
Erivan
Javan
Maldivan
minivan
Moldovan
panel van
pavan
removal van
silvan
Sivan
sylvan
van
Yerevan

Synonyms and antonyms of Sullivan in the English dictionary of synonyms

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Translation of «Sullivan» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF SULLIVAN

Find out the translation of Sullivan to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of Sullivan from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «Sullivan» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

沙利文
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

Sullivan
570 millions of speakers

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Sullivan
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

सुलिवान
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

سوليفان
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

Салливан
278 millions of speakers

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Sullivan
270 millions of speakers

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সুলিভান
260 millions of speakers

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Sullivan
220 millions of speakers

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Sullivan
190 millions of speakers

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Sullivan
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

サリバン
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

설리반
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Sullivan
85 millions of speakers
vi

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Sullivan
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

சல்லிவன்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

सुलिव्हान
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Sullivan
70 millions of speakers

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Sullivan
65 millions of speakers

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Sullivan
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

Салліван
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

Sullivan
30 millions of speakers
el

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Sullivan
15 millions of speakers
af

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Sullivan
14 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Swedish

Sullivan
10 millions of speakers
no

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Sullivan
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of Sullivan

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «SULLIVAN»

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about Sullivan

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10 QUOTES WITH «SULLIVAN»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word Sullivan.
1
Herb Alpert
We finally got our big break when Ed Sullivan put us on his show.
2
Sid Bernstein
I was the first to promote The Beatles in the States, and Ed Sullivan called me first about them before he ever booked them on his television show.
3
Katherine Dunham
I don't think Ed Sullivan had anything to do with Carib Song.
4
Bernard Ebbers
I wasn't ever advised by Scott Sullivan of anything ever being wrong.
5
Freddy Fender
I was dreaming I was on the Sullivan Show.
6
Martin Filler
The skyscraper style first advocated by Louis Sullivan - a tower of strongly vertical character with clear definitions among base, shaft, and crown - has remained remarkably consistent throughout the history of this building type.
7
Henry Fonda
My thinking was scrambled when Sullivan and I separated. Something happened to me that had never happend before. I couldn't cope. It was heartbreak time. I thought it was the end of the world.
8
John Lahr
When Elvis made his mass-media debut on 'The Ed Sullivan Show' - his notorious gyrations filmed only from the waist up - I fell off the family chaise longue with delight.
9
Andie MacDowell
I remember tap-dancing and singing in front of the TV when I was a kid, telling my dad to stop watching Ed Sullivan or Milton Berle and watch me.
10
Mercedes McCambridge
I loved playing the part of the feisty Annie Sullivan in The Miracle Worker.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «SULLIVAN»

Discover the use of Sullivan in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to Sullivan and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Physical Rehabilitation
Rely on this comprehensive, curriculum-spanning text and reference now and throughout your career!
Susan B O'Sullivan, Thomas J Schmitz, George Fulk, 2013
2
Virtually Normal
From the Hardcover edition.
Andrew Sullivan, 2011
3
Rethinking Strategic HR
The primary goal of this book is to show you new ways to improve the business impact of your HR function by up to 25 percent.
John Sullivan, 2005
4
Frank Lloyd Wright, Louis Sullivan, and the Skyscraper
This profusely illustrated work offers abundant insights into the early development of the skyscraper and the influence of two master builders who played key roles in its evolution.
Donald Hoffmann, 1998
5
The Arts of China
The revised and updated fourth edition of this important survey of Chinese art draws on architectural discoveries of the last two decades to enhance the discussion of prehistoric and ancient Chinese art.
Michael Sullivan, 1999
6
Tears & Tiers: The Life and Times of Joseph "Mad Dog" ...
Tears & Tiers is both a touching and disturbing fifty year mosaic depicting the Life & Times of Joseph "Mad Dog" Sullivan, Bank Robber, Escape Artisit (the only man to escape the infamous Attica prison) and notorious Hitman.
Gail W. Sullivan, 2006
7
Harry Stack Sullivan: Interpersonal Theory and Psychotherapy
in this seminar was any indication of how Sullivan usually conducted himself around psychiatrists, it is a testament to those who have promoted and extended Sullivan's work such as David Rioch, Leon Salzman, and Robert Kvarnes for their  ...
F. Barton Evans III, 2006
8
Mathematics: An Applied Approach
Continuing its rich tradition of engaging students and demonstrating how mathematics applies to various fields of study, the new edition of this text is packed with real data and real-life applications to business, economics, social and ...
Michael Sullivan, Abe Mizrahi, 2004
9
The Engagements
This ebook edition includes a Reading Group Guide.
J. Courtney Sullivan, 2013
10
Gilbert and Sullivan: Gender, Genre, Parody
Monografie over het werk van de 19e eeuwse makers van musicals.
Carolyn Williams, 2013

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «SULLIVAN»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term Sullivan is used in the context of the following news items.
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Dropkick Murphys offer condolences to family of Marine, Springfield …
The band famous for hits like "I'm Shipping Up to Boston" shared a photo of Gunnery Sgt. Sullivan on their Facebook page. The undated image shows him ... «MassLive.com, Jul 15»
2
EXCLUSIVE: Hackers target Starbucks mobile users, steal from …
by Bob Sullivan on May 11, 2015. Criminals drained the money from this victm's mobile app-loaded gift card, then used her auto-reload function to steal from her ... «Bob Sullivan.net, May 15»
3
World Snooker Championship: O'Sullivan 'deserved to lose'
Ronnie O'Sullivan said he "deserved to lose" and suggested his time at the top might be at an end as he lost in the World Championship quarter-finals. «BBC Sport, Apr 15»
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WATCH: Ronnie O'Sullivan warned by referee for making obscene …
O'Sullivan almost snapped his cue during one moment in his second round meeting with Matthew Stevens after missing an easy ball while trailing 2-0. «Yahoo Eurosport UK, Apr 15»
5
Sullivan Sweeten: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know
Sullivan Sweeten is the twin brother of Sawyer Sweeten who has committed suicide at the age of 19. The two boys starred as the sons of Ray Barone in the hit ... «Heavy.com, Apr 15»
6
World Snooker Championship: Ronnie O'Sullivan wins opener
O'Sullivan has also escaped a fine for playing in socks when his shoes caused him discomfort midway through his opening session with Steadman. «BBC Sport, Apr 15»
7
Ronnie O'Sullivan to start World Championship defence against …
Manchester pro Steadman, 32, will take on title favourite and five-time winner O'Sullivan in the first round of the Betfred World Championship in Sheffield. «Express.co.uk, Apr 15»
8
Joburg Open: England's Andy Sullivan wins title by two shots
Sullivan's victory was his second European Tour title in eight weeks and earned him one of three spots up for grabs for the Open Championship at St Andrews in ... «BBC Sport, Mar 15»
9
Andy Sullivan wins South African Open for first European Tour title
Englishman Andy Sullivan captured his first European Tour title with a play-off victory at the South African Open after a collapse by Charl Schwartzel. «BBC Sport, Jan 15»
10
EMPIRE RESORTS WINS CASINO BID FOR SULLIVAN COUNTY
The much-anticipated announcement by the New York Gaming Facility Location Board fulfilled Sullivan County's decades-long quest for casinos to revive its ... «Times Herald-Record, Dec 14»

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