Acadia
Americannoun
noun
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the Atlantic Provinces of Canada
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the French-speaking areas of these provinces
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(formerly) a French colony in the present-day Atlantic Provinces: ceded to Britain in 1713
Example Sentences
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His only official titles were harbor master and chairman of the planning board for his town of 1,200 residents across the bay from Acadia National Park.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
David Einhorn highlighted five U.S. companies, including Acadia Healthcare and Fluor, that he says are poised for significant stock recovery.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
He spent 30 years building the business, located near Acadia National Park, and has been counting on the sale proceeds to secure his retirement, he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026
The selloff came after Acadia said it was expecting professional and general liability expenses of $116 million this year, up from $54 million in 2024.
From Barron's • Dec. 3, 2025
Acadia street, east side, from High street to Main street.—Mrs.
From The Story of the Great Fire in St. John, N.B., June 20th, 1877 by Stewart, George
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