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Dulles

American  
[duhl-uhs] / ˈdʌl əs /

noun

  1. Allen Welsh, 1893–1969, U.S. public official: CIA director 1953–61.

  2. John Foster, 1888–1959, U.S. statesman: secretary of state 1953–59.


Dulles British  
/ ˈdʌlɪs /

noun

  1. John Foster. 1888–1959, US statesman and lawyer; secretary of state (1953–59)

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According to an airport historian who spoke with the Washington Post, the vehicles were “considered cutting edge” when Dulles opened.

From Slate Aug. 18, 2026

Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a more than $22 billion renovation of Dulles International Airport, the latest project launched by the president as he seeks to put his mark on the US capital region.

From Barron's Jul. 29, 2026

It announced a temporary suspension of nonstop flight routes out of LAX to Cleveland, Columbus, Pittsburgh, and Washington Dulles airports.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 5, 2026

Ibrahim Ahmad’s return flight touched down at Dulles Airport around 8 p.m. on April 20.

From Slate Apr. 19, 2026

Ginny Dulles is breaking up with him, saying it’s just that she likes him as a friend, when the truth is that she likes Brandon Rogers more.

From "Every Day" by David Levithan

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