Iowan
Americanadjective
noun
noun
adjective
Etymology
Origin of Iowan
Example Sentences
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Leo Kelly—a devout Christian Iowan who was seen ascending the Senate dais, leafing through sensitive documents, and praying in the chamber—described it as “a blessing.”
From Slate ● May 28, 2026
New York pizza may be the gold standard for connoisseurs, but Iowan pizza packs a profit punch.
From Barron's ● May 14, 2026
In a statement, Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds described Coady as a “young Iowan who heroically answered his nation’s call to duty and gave the ultimate sacrifice.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 4, 2026
“It's also important for people to know that this has ripple effects, that this is going to affect every single Iowan no matter what.”
From Salon ● Aug. 2, 2024
"He's got a beard!" she cried, alluding not to her brother, but to the fabled Iowan.
From Seventeen A Tale of Youth and Summer Time and the Baxter Family Especially William by Booth Tarkington
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