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Modesto

American  
[muh-des-toh] / məˈdɛs toʊ /

noun

  1. a city in central California.


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"I still get giddy thinking about it , especially since I grew up in California next to Modesto where George Lucas was from," the 41-year-old said.

From BBC Jul. 4, 2026

Born Marcia Griffin in Modesto, California, in 1945, she began her career as a film librarian before becoming one of Hollywood's most respected editors.

From BBC May 30, 2026

It was shot at the Agresti Calf Ranch in Ceres, near Modesto, which is certified by the American Humane Society for its ethical treatment of animals.

From Los Angeles Times May 12, 2026

He lives about two hours away in Modesto and often commutes in his Honda Civic.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 6, 2025

I imagine Modesto is mostly a ghost town now, along with Bakersfield, Fresno, and Merced.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman

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