Arab American
Americannoun
adjective
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of or relating to an Arab American.
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Arab-American, occurring between the United States and Arabia or the Middle East.
Diplomats predicted the deterioration of Arab-American relations with increased militarization of foreign policy.
Etymology
Origin of Arab American
First recorded in 1940–45
Example Sentences
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Pro Tip: Combine a visit to Masri Sweets with a trip to the Arab American National Museum, which is within walking distance of the bakery.
From Salon ● Sep. 3, 2025
But from my perspective as both a Jewish American and an Arab American, the administration’s use of that power made it untenable to do that important work on behalf of the American people.
From Slate ● May 29, 2025
Hagekhalil was the district’s first Arab American general manager.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 29, 2025
The censure comes as the MWD investigates harassment allegations against Adel Hagekhalil, the water district’s first Arab American general manager.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 12, 2024
James Zogby, founder of the Arab American Institute and a longtime Democratic advocate, woke up the day after Trump’s win and it hit him anew.
From Slate ● Nov. 12, 2024
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