Dubai
Americannoun
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an emirate in the NE United Arab Emirates, on the Persian Gulf.
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a seaport in and the capital of the emirate of Dubai.
noun
Example Sentences
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A prolific Dubai developer is still trying after more than a year to sell its first unit where a condo building collapse killed 98 people.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026
A prolific Dubai developer has been trying to entice buyers for more than a year.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026
Rice became Arsenal's designated set-piece taker in January 2024 after a mid-season training camp in Dubai - and the Gunners are now renowned for their prowess from such situations.
From BBC • Jun. 21, 2026
Riyadh Air, the country's second state-owned airline after Jeddah-based Saudia, is meant to help turn the Saudi capital into a global hub to rival Dubai, the world's busiest for international passengers.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
I had abandoned Mr. Sheep Sheep in a field, lost my kite in Dubai, and forgotten Ali Shekari’s hat in an Italian plane.
From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri
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