Uncle Sam
Example Sentences
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Like her, Uncle Sam personified American ideals and was popularized in the 19th century as the nation developed its own identity.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 3, 2026
Either way, Uncle Sam is going to come calling sooner or later.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
On the Treasury curve, I would rather lend Uncle Sam money for two years than 30.
From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026
Letters, checks, emails and phone calls from supposedly authoritative organizations — banks, police, universities, Uncle Sam — can be intimidating and, if they’re offering you something for nothing, impressive.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026
If Uncle Sam could pair off people, so could she.
From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin
