Attica

American

[at-i-kuh] / ˈæt ɪ kə /

noun

a region in SE Greece, surrounding Athens: under Athenian rule in ancient times.
a town in W New York: state prison.

Attica British

/ ˈætɪkə /

noun

a region and department of E central Greece: in ancient times the territory of Athens. Capital: Athens. Pop: 3 336 700 (2001). Area: 14 157 sq km (5466 sq miles)

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The couple’s loose but vital acoustic performances from the Attica and John Sinclair benefits, both previously unissued, are included here, as are “David Frost Show” and “Jerry Lewis Muscular Dystrophy Telethon” appearances.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 8, 2025

A Category 4 wildfire warning was issued late on Monday for five regions: Attica, the Peloponnese, central Greece, Thessaly and western Greece.

From BBC • Jul. 8, 2025

Actor Andrew Garfield, novelist Percival Everett and author, screenwriter and TV producer Attica Locke are among the 61 nominees across more than a dozen categories honoring literary achievement.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2025

Summer wildfires do happen in this region of East Attica where hot temperatures, high winds and flammable pine trees can prove a lethal mix.

From BBC • Aug. 14, 2024

Attica, near Buffalo, had 140—maybe a three-year wait.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover

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