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Is Dr Williams a proper noun?

It depends!

* If "Dr. Williams" refers to a specific person, then yes, it's a proper noun.

* If "Dr. Williams" is used generically to refer to any doctor with the last name Williams, then it's not a proper noun.

Think of it this way:

* Proper noun: Dr. John Williams (referring to a specific individual)

* Not a proper noun: A Dr. Williams (referring to any doctor with that name)

Let me know if you have more context, and I can give you a more specific answer!

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