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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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He began the PGA Tour Champions year by closing with a 7-under 65 for a six-shot victory Saturday in the Mitsubishi Electric Championship at Hualalai.

From Seattle Times Jan. 21, 2023

Hualalai where he lost on the second playoff hole to Miguel Angel Jimenez.

From Washington Times Feb. 28, 2020

He is entered in the season-opening Mitsubishi Electric Championship at Hualalai, which starts Thursday in Hawaii.

From Golf Digest Jan. 14, 2020

For instance, he claims to owe $52,016.14 to the Hualalai Four Seasons resort in Hawaii.

From The Guardian Dec. 6, 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 Skinner, Charles M. (Charles Montgomery)

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