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Hualalai

American  
[hoo-ah-lah-lahy] / ˌhu ɑ lɑˈlaɪ /

noun

  1. an active volcano on the Island of Hawaii, having a high threat potential: one of the five shield volcanoes that form the island. 8,278 feet (2,523 meters).


Etymology

Origin of Hualalai

First recorded in 1890–95; from Hawaiian Huālai


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Sunrise marks its first investment in senior housing, but the firm brings extensive luxury-hospitality experience, with investments including The Boca Raton, Four Seasons Hualalai and a stake in hotel operator Auberge Collection.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026

It is being played for the 25th straight season at Hualalai Golf Course, the longest run a venue in PGA Tour Champions history.

From Seattle Times ● Jan. 21, 2021

That gave him confidence as he hopped over to the Big Island for his tournament debut at Hualalai.

From Washington Times ● Jan. 20, 2018

But a benevolent Colin Montgomerie reciprocated with his own wild error off the tee on the 18th hole at Hualalai Resort that assisted Kelly in winning for the third time on the PGA Tour Champions.

From Golf Digest ● Jan. 20, 2018

Upon the slopes of Hualalai, just under the clouds and among the fragrant sandal-woods, lived Hana and her son, Hiku.

From Myths & Legends of our New Possessions & Protectorate by Charles M. (Charles Montgomery) Skinner

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