John R. Major (Noun)
Meaning
British statesman who was prime minister from 1990 until 1997 (born in 1943).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- John Major became the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom after the resignation of Margaret Thatcher in 1990.
- As Prime Minister, John Major oversaw the signing of the Maastricht Treaty, which created the European Union.
- John Major served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1990 until 1997.
- After leaving office, John Major became a vocal critic of his successor, Tony Blair.
- John Major is remembered for his efforts to broker a peace agreement in Northern Ireland during his tenure as Prime Minister.