American Definition & Meaning – Merriam-Webster

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Adjective

The Pacer’s steering, handling, and ride are traditionally American.

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William Jeanes, Car and Driver, 22 Apr. 2023

The two use modern technology and good old American know-how to look for the treasure.

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Josie Howell | , al, 12 Apr. 2023

His film, winner of three Oscars, kick-started a crop of American movies filmed in Rome.

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Deanna Janes, Harper’s BAZAAR, 12 Apr. 2023

Hang a Peg Rail Popularized by the American Shakers, simplistic peg rails keep all types of clutter under control.

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Anna Logan, Country Living, 12 Apr. 2023

When the snarling and the baring of canines finally subsided, eight contenders emerged—three from America, three from Japan, one from Germany, and one German-American hybrid.

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Rich Ceppos, Car and Driver, 12 Apr. 2023

Their first collections are on view now through May 5, after which both studios will be added to Colony’s permanent roster of independent American design talents.

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Lori Keong, ELLE Decor, 12 Apr. 2023

On display Monday in Louisville was part of a growing, and uniquely American, trend: empathetic and emotional news coverage from local journalists while covering mass killings.

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Azi Paybarah, Washington Post, 12 Apr. 2023

The 10-episode series, which features Asian American lead actors but doesn’t make race a focal point, is No. 1 on Netflix’s Top 10 list for TV shows in the U.S.

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Brahmjot Kaur, NBC News, 11 Apr. 2023

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