Definitions
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- proper noun A
surname , variant ofPayton . - proper noun A male
given name , transferred from the surname. - proper noun A female
given name of modern usage.
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Examples
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My other name is Alison after, that's right, the girl in 'Peyton Place'.
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Via Newsday's Chris Mascaro and Bob Glauber comes this week's frightening factoid: For the first time in Peyton Manning era, Indianapolis had more rushing attempts than passing attempts.
NBA gives refs license to issue more technicals Cindy Boren 2010
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The Colts are a classy team as well, and Peyton is Eli's big brother, after all.
Tomorrow's the Big Game grrm 2010
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Aaron Rodgers was a great test and preparation for the main event of quarterbacks, but Peyton is Peyton and a mature Peyton Manning is always a difficult task.
Redskins-Colts keys to victory: defense Lavar Arrington 2010
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It should come as no surprise that today, almost a century later, the art of such famous portraitists as Marlene Dumas and Elizabeth Peyton is undoubtedly influenced by van Dongen's deliciously over-the-top paintings.
Edward Goldman: The Three Most Delicious Art Exhibitions Around the World This October Edward Goldman 2010
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Peyton is an extremely talented playmaker, but against a defensive line as aggressive as the Jets and Revis always near the ball when it's going deep ...
Sweet, Sweet Sunday! grrm 2010
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For Baltimore, it is on to another huge road test, on to another superb quarterback in Peyton Manning, now the league MVP for a fourth season.
Statement win: Could beating Patriots fuel deep Ravens run? 2010
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Additionally, Peyton is clever and honest in interviews, never giving the usual “110%” or “a win is a win” or “we win and lose as a team” hackneyed cud players seem to be spoon-fed by team PR reps and then regurgitate on command.
The Peyton Puzzle: Redskins Week 6 preview Box Seats blogger 2010
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It was still raining outside, but there was a ray of sunshine in Peyton Manning's weary voice.
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"Peyton is a tremendous player, a great leader," Dungy said.
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