settlers

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After the war ended in 1783, American settlers resisted oversight by both the Confederation and, after 1789, the Constitutional government under President Washington.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

He added that settlers were often also soldiers.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Since October 7, settlers have established more than 175 farms and outposts in the West Bank with the tacit consent of Israeli authorities.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

She was the sixth generation of Mormon settlers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

For example, in Problems in American Democracy the other day, Mr. Weiner asked him what kind of homes early American settlers lived in, and John said tree huts.

From "The Pigman" by Paul Zindel