bryan
bryan — noun
1. William Jennings Bryan (1860–1925), an American lawyer and political leader. He
William Jennings Bryan (1860–1925), an American lawyer and political leader. He ran for president three times as a Democrat, served as Secretary of State, and in 1925 helped argue a famous case about whether schools could teach evolution — the idea that living things change slowly over time
Felix read about William Jennings Bryan and was amazed by his "Cross of Gold" speech.
The documentary showed how Bryan argued for teaching the Bible as fact in public schools.
Used with last name only for a well-known historical figure
Chidi's history class debated whether Bryan was wrong to fight teaching evolution in Tennessee.
Crowds of farmers came from miles away just to hear William Jennings Bryan speak.
Rin learned that Bryan resigned as Secretary of State for opposing World War One.
2. a city in east-central Texas, located about 150 kilometres north of Houston, kno
a city in east-central Texas, located about 150 kilometres north of Houston, known as a regional centre for agriculture, manufacturing, and as the home of Texas A&M University
Eliska drove through Bryan to visit a friend at Texas A&M University.
Preposition 'through' with a city name
Devika found a teaching job in Bryan, Texas and moved there last August.
Tamar noticed that new houses and shops were springing up all over Bryan, Texas much faster than in her hometown.
Emre stopped at a diner in Bryan, calling it the best meal of his trip.
Homes in Bryan cost far less than in Houston, drawing families who want affordable housing.
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Americans usually say 'Bryan, Texas' (with the state name) when they first mention the city, because it is smaller and less internationally known than nearby Houston.