plural johnnies
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The Johnnies thrive on messy, on disruptive pressure that limit possessions to compensate for what is ordinarily their own offensive shortcomings.
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Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
And just like that, the Johnnies’ deepest NCAA Tournament run in 27 years came to a sudden — and devastating — end.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 28 Mar. 2026
Can Rick Pitino and the Johnnies keep their magic going against top seed Duke?
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 27 Mar. 2026
The Panthers' stingy defense hung in against the Big East champions' vibrant offense, but Ejiofor and the Johnnies have resembled a national title contender since shortly after the calendar flipped to 2026.
—CBS News, 21 Mar. 2026
While its regular season wasn't amazing, Kansas is loaded with talent as usual — and Pitino thinks the Jayhawks could be one of the few teams capable of besting the Johnnies' power and strength in the post.
—ABC News, 21 Mar. 2026
The Johnnies’ physicality and defensive ability may give them the best shot at limiting superstar Darryn Peterson and, if both get there, challenging Cam Boozer and the top-seeded Blue Devils.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 16 Mar. 2026
This year, the Johnnies go again but must travel to San Diego to face Northern Iowa in the first round.
—Eddie Pells, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
At 6 feet 3, Trey was the Johnnies’ starter last season, completing 73% of his passes (281 for 386) for 3,352 yards, 40 TDs and seven interceptions.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 9 Mar. 2026
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Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
And just like that, the Johnnies’ deepest NCAA Tournament run in 27 years came to a sudden — and devastating — end.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 28 Mar. 2026
Can Rick Pitino and the Johnnies keep their magic going against top seed Duke?
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 27 Mar. 2026
The Panthers' stingy defense hung in against the Big East champions' vibrant offense, but Ejiofor and the Johnnies have resembled a national title contender since shortly after the calendar flipped to 2026.
—CBS News, 21 Mar. 2026
While its regular season wasn't amazing, Kansas is loaded with talent as usual — and Pitino thinks the Jayhawks could be one of the few teams capable of besting the Johnnies' power and strength in the post.
—ABC News, 21 Mar. 2026
The Johnnies’ physicality and defensive ability may give them the best shot at limiting superstar Darryn Peterson and, if both get there, challenging Cam Boozer and the top-seeded Blue Devils.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 16 Mar. 2026
This year, the Johnnies go again but must travel to San Diego to face Northern Iowa in the first round.
—Eddie Pells, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
At 6 feet 3, Trey was the Johnnies’ starter last season, completing 73% of his passes (281 for 386) for 3,352 yards, 40 TDs and seven interceptions.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 9 Mar. 2026
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“Johnny.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/johnny. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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johnny
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john·ny
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or johnny gown
plural johnnies also johnny gowns
: a loose robe that is usually open in the back and is worn by patients in a medical facility (such as a hospital) : hospital gown
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