Grierson
/ (ˈɡrɪəsən) /
John. 1898–1972, Scottish film director. He coined the noun documentary, of which genre his Industrial Britain (1931) and Song of Ceylon (1934) are notable examples
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How to use Grierson in a sentence
Mr. Grierson was, perhaps, the ablest witness before Parliamentary Committees the railway service ever had, which is saying much.
Fifty Years of Railway Life in England, Scotland and Ireland | Joseph Tatlow"Sammy Grierson failed," broke in Robert again, too full of his success to contain himself.
The Underworld | James C. Welsh"The projection of these lightning-rays would seem to indicate they are machines," offered General Grierson hopefully.
The Onslaught from Rigel | Fletcher Pratt"Miss Grierson—she's your companion—knows what's what about clothes," continued Barney to Maggie.
Children of the Whirlwind | Leroy ScottMiss Grierson was a large, flat-backed woman who was on the descending slope of middle age.
Children of the Whirlwind | Leroy Scott
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