American
adjective
of or relating to the United States of America or its inhabitants.
Americans
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pluralof American.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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It can feel luxurious to wander a pharmacy where toiletries aren’t locked behind glass, a simple convenience many Americans no longer have.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
“It will be unique and different in Japan, and hopefully, they like hot dogs as much as Americans do, and they like the authenticity of Pink’s, the history, the Hollywood connection,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
This is also an administration that very much wants Americans thinking harder about their food.
From Salon ● Aug. 14, 2026
Americans spent less at gas stations due to cheaper fuel and bought less online after Amazon’s summer sales bonanza.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 14, 2026
“The Germans are invading and the Americans are throwing a party?”
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
