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barra

(ˈbærə)
n
(Animals) informal Austral a barramundi

Barra

(ˈbærə)
n
(Placename) an island in NW Scotland, in the Outer Hebrides: fishing, crofting, tourism. Pop: 1078 (2001)
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Sailings between Uist and Barra did not operate yesterday and the South Uist to Mallaig service was held back until the afternoon.
Eriskay's world-famous pitch by the North Atlantic Ocean couldn't be used as Barra complained about its dimensions.
With 174 units, Plaza Barra First is set in a mixed-use complex in the Barra da Tijuca neighbourhood of the West Zone of Rio.
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Barra herself told reporters that GM was taking the steps it had to take to respond to a quickly evolving industry, and insisted the company was trying to be a "good corporate citizen."
The aircraft is flown on a service linking Barra, Tiree and Campbeltown with Glasgow and is capable of landing on the beach on Eilidh's home island.
The online petition calling for the branch to remain open had gained 9900 signatures by Friday despite Barra having a population of about 1200.
Programs and classes at Gracie Barra Huddersfield are for ages seven and upwards, from children and complete beginners to seasoned athletes.
The coastguard helicopter and rescue teams were sent to the scene and the divers were found by Barra lifeboat crew at around 1pm.
Magadia is part of a team that patrols the fish sanctuaries off the villages of Barra, Mayao Castillo and Talao-Talao.