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Philly

American  
[fil-ee] / ˈfɪl i /

noun

  1. Philadelphia (used as a nickname).


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Their success inspired their friend Philly to set up Cucoon - an online platform matching up singles to potentially buy together.

From BBC Aug. 4, 2026

Philly Cheesesteaks, along with new hot Italian subs, have proven popular among younger consumers.

From MarketWatch Jul. 30, 2026

“It’s been a long road trip — especially for the guys who went to Philly for the All-Star Game,” right fielder Kyle Tucker said.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 26, 2026

Rotisserie chicken has been a major talking point recently, from Costco’s bird being caught in a legal broiler to a man in Philly who ate a whole rotisserie chicken for 40 consecutive days.

From Salon Jun. 29, 2026

Mia had boarded a Greyhound to Philly, then New York, with one suitcase of clothing and one of cameras.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng

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