inter-American
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of inter-American
First recorded in 1935–40
Example Sentences
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Zamora has won several international journalism awards, including Columbia University's prestigious Maria Moors Cabot prize for distinguished work in upholding press freedom in the Americas and contributing to inter-American understanding.
From BBC ● Jun. 14, 2023
They will discuss bilateral relations, reopening the border and reintegrating Venezuela into the inter-American human rights systems, said the statement.
From Reuters ● Nov. 1, 2022
The writer was assistant secretary of state for inter-American affairs from 1989 to 1993.
From Washington Post ● Dec. 4, 2018
The White House order calls on the Pentagon to support Cuba’s inclusion in “the inter-American defense system and regional security and defense conferences.”
From Washington Times ● Nov. 9, 2016
We are now negotiating with representatives of the twenty Latin American Republics for the creation of an inter-American financial institution.
From State of the Union Address by Dwight D. (Dwight David) Eisenhower
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