Philly
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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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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