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American Revolution

American  

noun

  1. the war between Great Britain and its American colonies, 1775–83, by which the colonies won their independence.


American Revolution British  

noun

  1. the usual US term for War of American Independence

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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They spend plenty of time visiting the “Real World: Boston” house where Duffy reconnects with his erstwhile housemate, Montana McGlynn, and next to none discussing Boston’s pivotal role in igniting the American Revolution.

From Salon Aug. 23, 2026

Such polling did not exist at the time of the American Revolution, but historical records show queerness did.

From Salon Jul. 27, 2026

The 1825 Decembrist revolt against Czar Nicholas I was inspired in part by the American Revolution.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 3, 2026

The town of Lewes, in East Sussex, will hold a Festival of Democracy on Saturday, promising a colourful parade inspired by the same values that drove the American Revolution.

From BBC Jul. 1, 2026

As Jefferson saw it, the American Revolution had been merely the opening shot in a global struggle against tyranny that was destined to sweep over the world.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis

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