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Florida Keys

American  

plural noun

  1. a chain of small islands and reefs off the coast of S Florida. About 225 miles (362 km) long.


Florida Keys Cultural  
  1. Islands off the southern coast of Florida. The best known are Key Largo and Key West.


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Visitor dispatches have also focused on the cinematic appeal of everyday Americana—from our enormous trucks and big highways to In-N-Out Burger, the Florida Keys and the heartland in between.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026

Just 90 miles of open ocean separate Andy Pages’ boyhood home in Mantua, Cuba, from the southern tip of the Florida Keys.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 23, 2025

“With two gated driveways, serene lawns, and a high-end tropical ambiance, this estate seamlessly blends privacy, prestige, and paradise. A one-of-a-kind legacy property – experience the ultimate Florida Keys lifestyle,” the listing adds.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 17, 2025

Heavy rains are also expected in the Cayman Islands, while a tropical storm warning is in force in the Florida Keys.

From BBC ● Nov. 6, 2024

There had been rumblings all week about a tropical storm crossing the Florida Keys, a chance it might head north.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers

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