Hollywood
Americannoun
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the NW part of Los Angeles, Calif.: center of the American motion-picture industry.
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a city in SE Florida, near Miami: seaside resort.
noun
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a NW suburb of Los Angeles, California: centre of the American film industry. Pop: 167 664 (2000)
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the American film industry
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( as modifier )
a Hollywood star
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Center of the American film industry.
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These accolades came after he directed two comic-book adaptations for Hollywood studios: “Blade II” and “Hellboy.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 9, 2026
But The Hollywood Reporter, external was more positive, calling it "a warming, sometimes poignant pleasure".
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026
There is something quite cruel and contrived in how Mr. Rock puts his protagonist through trials to serve his superficial Hollywood fable about the high price and sour smell of success.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2026
Josh Hartnett is sharing insights into his decision to leave Hollywood at the peak of his fame almost 20 years ago.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 8, 2026
Benji, Felix, and Reggie spent a few more hours at the Magic Kingdom before heading over to Hollywood Studios, home of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge.
From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty
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