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Manila Bay

American  

noun

  1. a bay in the Philippines, in W Luzon Island: the American fleet under Admiral Dewey defeated the Spanish fleet 1898.

Manila Bay British  

noun

  1. an almost landlocked inlet of the South China Sea in the Philippines, in W Luzon: mostly forms Manila harbour. Area: 1994 sq km (770 sq miles)

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More than 20 containers of radioactive zinc stranded in Manila Bay for months have been brought ashore to a "safe place", the country's nuclear research director told AFP on Wednesday.

From Barron's • Jan. 14, 2026

In May, his handpicked commander, Commodore George Dewey, brought his ships into Manila Bay and destroyed the Spanish fleet.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 5, 2025

Manila Bay, where the tanker capsized, hosts busy shipping lanes and its shores are home to shopping malls, casino resorts and fishing communities.

From BBC • Jul. 25, 2024

The post office, situated along the Pasig River near Manila Bay, is one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks.

From New York Times • May 22, 2023

“We should anchor in Manila Bay tomorrow, sir.”

From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham

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