consulate general
Americannoun
plural
consulates generalEtymology
Origin of consulate general
First recorded in 1880–85
Example Sentences
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In fact, the state sells more goods to Canada than to Michigan’s next four largest foreign markets combined, according to the Canadian consulate general in Detroit.
From Salon • Dec. 2, 2025
Alvero was a Filipino American, according to the Philippine consulate general in Los Angeles, and was a devout Catholic, his family said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2023
The consulate general in Mumbai has also extended its operating hours on weekdays to make space for additional appointments.
From BBC • Jan. 23, 2023
The consulate general of the Philippines said the victim was an attorney for its government, Philadelphia’s KYW-TV reported.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 19, 2022
He is a new-comer in Singapore and yet in his few months he has added more prestige to our consulate general than all the former men put together.
From In Africa Hunting Adventures in the Big Game Country by McCutcheon, John T.
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