Alma
Americannoun
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a town in southeastern Quebec, in southeastern Canada.
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a first name: from a Latin word meaning “kind.”
Example Sentences
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However, residents of Alma al-Shaab, a town in the Tyre district, were forced to evacuate last week under Israeli orders, the reason for which remains unclear.
From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026
Some parents have campaigned to change the law in Northern Ireland, including Alma White who set up the Caleb's Cause organisation.
From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026
Alma is one of four girls of different generations whose stories, spread out over a century, unfold in and around a farmhouse in the northeastern part of the country.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 15, 2026
Despite waging this war between student and teacher, Maggie’s not prepared for battle, telling Alma she’s no longer comfortable with their conversation.
From Salon • Dec. 5, 2025
“Oh, it looks like the Museum at Eldridge Street, Hey Alma, and Forverts shared your last video.”
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
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