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For John Wilkes Booth, sweeping, grand gestures were a way of life. It was how he navigated his way through this world. The bigger and bolder, the better.
Jesse Johnson

Meaning of "Wilkes" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF WILKES

Wilkes  [wɪlks] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF WILKES

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Wilkes is a noun.
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WHAT DOES WILKES MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Wilkes

Wilkes may refer to: ▪ Wilkes, Portland, Oregon, a US neighborhood ▪ Wilkes , Australian thoroughbred, sire of Vain ▪ USS Wilkes, a US Navy destroyer ▪ Wilkes University, in Pennsylvania, US ▪ Wilkes Honors College, in Florida, US ▪ Wilkes, people with the surname Wilkes ▪ Wilkes Journal-Patriot, a newspaper based in North Wilkesboro, Wilkes County, North Carolina...

Definition of Wilkes in the English dictionary

The definition of Wilkes in the dictionary is Charles. 1798–1877, US explorer of Antarctica. Other definition of Wilkes is John. 1727–97, English politician, who was expelled from the House of Commons and outlawed for writing scurrilous articles about the government. He became a champion of parliamentary reform.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH WILKES


bulks
bʌlks
calx
kælks
falx
fælks
hulks
hʌlks
Weelkes
wiːlks

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE WILKES

Wilhelm I
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Wilhelmina I
Wilhelmshaven
Wilhelmstrasse
wili
wilier
wiliest
wilily
wiliness
wilja
Wilkes Land
Wilkins
Wilkinson

WORDS THAT END LIKE WILKES

ABS brakes
cornflakes
dislikes
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Fawkes
Great Lakes
high stakes
jakes
Lakes
likes
no great shakes
Parkes
pull up stakes
raise the stakes
spikes
stakes
stokes
sweepstakes
wakes
yikes

Synonyms and antonyms of Wilkes in the English dictionary of synonyms

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Translation of «Wilkes» into 25 languages

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威尔克斯
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Wilkes
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Wilkes
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विल्क्स
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ويلكس
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Уилкс
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Wilkes
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উইলকিস
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Wilkes
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Wilkes
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ウィルクス
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윌크스
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Wilkes
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வில்க்ஸ்
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विल्केस
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Wilkes
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Wilkes
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Wilkes
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Вілкс
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Wilkes
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Wilkes
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Wilkes
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Wilkes
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Trends of use of Wilkes

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «WILKES»

The term «Wilkes» is quite widely used and occupies the 24.198 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about Wilkes

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Famous quotes and sentences with the word Wilkes.
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Jesse Johnson
For John Wilkes Booth, sweeping, grand gestures were a way of life. It was how he navigated his way through this world. The bigger and bolder, the better.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «WILKES»

Discover the use of Wilkes in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to Wilkes and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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The Secret Life of CeeCee Wilkes
In 1977, pregnant Genevieve Russell disappeared.
Diane Chamberlain, 2010
2
Right Or Wrong, God Judge Me: The Writings of John Wilkes Booth
The nearly seventy documents include love letters written during the summer of 1864, when Booth was conspiring against Lincoln, explicit statements of Booth's political convictions, and the diary he kept.
John Wilkes Booth, John Rhodehamel, Louise Taper, 2000
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In Due Season: A Catholic Life
This is a beautifully written, frequently haunting, and always fascinating story of seeking and finding, serving and loving, and—ultimately—dying and rising.
Paul Wilkes, 2009
4
Jesus on Leadership
Seven principles to assist leaders with everything from humbling their hearts to building a team for Christ.
C. Gene Wilkes, 2011
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Lust for Fame: The Stage Career of John Wilkes Booth
Previously unpublished letters are included, some in facsimile. John Wilkes' famous brother Edwin was not necessarily the leading actor of his era: this book indicates why John Wilkes Booth might claim that distinction.
Gordon Samples, 1982
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My Thoughts Be Bloody: The Bitter Rivalry Between Edwin and ...
My Thoughts Be Bloody, a sweeping family saga, revives an extraordinary figure whose name has been missing, until now, from the story of President Lincoln’s death.
Nora Titone, 2010
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Early Georgia Wills and Settlements of Estates, Wilkes County
The records in this excellent little book are supplementary to Mrs.
Sarah Quinn Smith, 1959
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Wilkes: His Life and Crimes
Recounts the exploits of flamboyant, charismatic defense attorney John Wilkes--his cases, clients, and battles with Judge Joseph P. Blugeot--as told by his partner
Winston Schoonover, Charles Sevilla, 1990
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KS3 History by Aaron Wilkes: Industry, Reform & Empire ...
This is one of four books making up the 'Folens History' course for delivering KS3 History, supporting many of the approaches identified in the Foundation Subject Strand of the National Curriculum.
Aaron Wilkes, James Ball, 2009
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John Wilkes: The Lives of a Libertine
John Wilkes remains one of the most colourful and intriguing characters of eighteenth-century Britain.
John Sainsbury, 2006

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «WILKES»

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Amber Alert issued for Wilkes Barre teen
Police say 16-year-old Jena Patterson was taken from her home on East View Drive in Wilkes Barre by 21-year-old Walter Lewis. Police say Lewis has a ... «WGAL Lancaster, Jul 15»
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Panty raid: Wilkes-Barre thieves steal $2000 in underwear, mirroring …
The manager of Victoria's Secret at Wyoming Valley Mall in Wilkes-Barre told police that the underwear, valued at $2,180, was taken Thursday afternoon. «LancasterOnline, Jul 15»
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Suspect in Wilkes deputy shooting in custody
Ronda, N.C. — A man suspected of shooting a Wilkes County deputy early Monday has died following an exchange of gunfire with law enforcement, authorities ... «WRAL.com, Jun 15»
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Mike Sullivan Named Head Coach of the Wilkes-Barre\/Scranton …
Mike Sullivan has been named head coach of the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, it was announced today by associate general manager Jason Botterill. «NHL.com, Jun 15»
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Police: Man wields barbecue fork in Wilkes-Barre robbery spree
WILKES-BARRE — A broke man who ran out of crack after a weekend-long smoking binge resorted to an armed robbery spree using cooking tools Monday ... «Scranton Times-Tribune, Jun 15»
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Report: Devils to make John Hynes NHL's youngest head coach
The Devils plan to name John Hynes of the AHL's Scranton Wilkes-Barre Penguins as their next head coach, according to NorthJersey.com. The report said the ... «SportingNews.com, Jun 15»
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Tanaka making first rehab start tonight in Scranton/Wilkes-Barre
Masahiro Tanaka is back on the mound tonight, making a rehab start with Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. It's expected to be his first of at least three minor ... «Lohud Yankees Blog, May 15»
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Inmate at Wilkes prison unit who escaped in Surry caught in Florida
An inmate at the Wilkes Correctional Center in North Wilkesboro who escaped ... and was scheduled to be released from the Wilkes Correction Center on Sept. «Wilkes Journal Patriot, May 15»
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Suspects sought in latest Wilkes-Barre bra heist
The Wilkes-Barre Township police department released surveillance video of two female suspects shamelessly stuffing a bag full of bras in Victoria's Secret on ... «Scranton Times-Tribune, Apr 15»
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Video Shows People Stealing Campaign Signs in South Wilkes-Barre
This video is shocking politicos and residents in south Wilkes-Barre. It shows two people, who appear to be casually strolling down West River Street, when one ... «wnep.com, Apr 15»

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