America

Example Sentences

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But many believe George Henderson - or Krazy George - from the US deserves credit for initiating and directing the first ever wave, which is known as the Mexican wave outside North America.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

While some Americans are enjoying the fruits of the stock market bonanza, their consumption is stirring inflation and lower-income consumers are missing out altogether, says Bank of America.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

In Latin America, Panama is attracting attention through its Qualified Investor Visa, which requires a $300,000 investment in real estate to secure residency.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

In the end, the marathon process of bringing the World Cup back to North America was decided with a sprint.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

This simple self-marriage ceremony was perfectly legal in places across nineteenth-century America.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock