Chita

American

[chi-tah, chyi-tah] / tʃɪˈtɑ, tʃyɪˈtɑ /

noun

a city in the SE Russian Federation in Asia.

Chita British

/ tʃiˈta /

noun

an industrial city in SE Russia, on the Trans-Siberian railway. Pop: 309 000 (2005 est)

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However, social media users were quick to point out other deaths that had been snubbed from the montage, including Shelley Duvall, Treat Williams, Chita Rivera, Joe Flaherty and more.

From Salon • Sep. 16, 2024

Broadway star and three-time Tony Award winner Chita Rivera achieved her diva-dom through sheer hard work, humility and humanity.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 31, 2024

Chita Rivera, who died on Tuesday at the age of 91, was known for her extraordinary artistry.

From New York Times • Jan. 31, 2024

One of Broadway's most celebrated stars, Chita Rivera, has died at the age of 91, her daughter said in a statement.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2024

"Chita" has been a great literary success—contrary to expectation.

From Concerning Lafcadio Hearn With a Bibliography by Laura Stedman by Gould, George M. (George Milbrey)

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