Indian country
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Indian country
An Americanism dating back to 1690–1700
Example Sentences
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Ernie Stevens Sr. was also revered in Indian country, with leadership roles in places like Oneida, Navajo Nation and the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Washington.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 7, 2025
“Gaming in Indian country can be a tide that raises all of our canoes,” insisted Potter, who appeared at times to fight back tears as he spoke at the Sacramento hearing.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 19, 2023
“Our work for Indian country is far from over, but the progress we’ve accomplished under this Administration is historic,” she adds.
From National Geographic ● Aug. 8, 2023
Ninety-five percent of Tulsa, though, is considered Indian country, according to the city’s court filing.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 31, 2023
He cut his teeth on Montana match races, relays on unpedigreed horses in Indian country, and contests at rough tracks with names like Chinook and Stampede.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
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