Christchurch
Americannoun
noun
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a city in New Zealand, on E South Island: manufacturing centre of a rich agricultural region. Pop: 344 100 (2004 est)
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a town and resort in S England, in SE Dorset. Pop: 40 208 (2001)
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The patient was then safely transferred onto the plane, known as Snowbird 1, which carried on to Christchurch in New Zealand, where the patient was treated.
From BBC ● Aug. 7, 2026
The center increased its security and began arming its security after the mosque attacks in Christchurch, New Zealand, in 2019.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 21, 2026
"Those who know and love Avon Beach will already know its appeal and its excellence goes far beyond any single accreditation," the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole authority said.
From BBC ● May 18, 2026
One such hub is Timaru, population 29,000, located about two hours drive south of Christchurch.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 23, 2026
Base Camp patched through a call on the satellite telephone to Jan Arnold, Hall’s wife, in Christchurch, New Zealand.
From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer
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