Golden Gate

American

noun

a strait in W California, between San Francisco Bay and the Pacific. 2 miles (3.2 km) wide.

Golden Gate British

noun

a strait between the Pacific and San Francisco Bay: crossed by the Golden Gate Bridge, with a central span of 1280 m (4200 ft)

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Golden Gate

Finally, he was moved to a bear pit in Golden Gate Park, where he spent out his listless life.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026

Scientists hope to expand the network to the entire bay, including the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 21, 2026

He was a regular at the former sea lion hangout just south of the Golden Gate known as Seal Rocks.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 26, 2026

California's blustery San Francisco Bay is home to the Golden Gate Bridge, commercial ports, public marinas and ferry boats.

From BBC ● Apr. 19, 2026

Ted had casually invited me to a family picnic, the annual clan reunion held by the polo fields in Golden Gate Park.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan

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