Example Sentences

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“I felt that boredom was, to Louisianans, or must be, much worse than corruption,” Ms. Lemann writes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

This outcome gave Black Louisianans, who make up roughly one-third of the state’s population, a meaningful opportunity to elect their preferred candidate in just one district, while white voters dominated the other five.

From Slate • Oct. 15, 2025

And while Louisianans are still buying and selling crawfish, a staple in Gulf Coast seafood boils and a part of Louisiana’s “way of life,” the crisis can be felt across the state.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 22, 2024

Mr. Donelon said there is no question that many Louisianans are considering an exit.

From Washington Times • Jun. 5, 2023

A great many were Southerners, including a number of long, lank, dark Arkansans, Georgians, Louisianans and Mississippians.

From Gold Seekers of '49 by Stephens, Charles H.