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Modesto

American  
[muh-des-toh] / məˈdɛs toʊ /

noun

  1. a city in central California.


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"I still get giddy thinking about it , especially since I grew up in California next to Modesto where George Lucas was from," the 41-year-old said.

From BBC ● Jul. 4, 2026

Born Marcia Griffin in Modesto, California, in 1945, she began her career as a film librarian before becoming one of Hollywood's most respected editors.

From BBC ● May 30, 2026

The Modesto company said Thursday the cuts are necessary to adapt to market dynamics and changing customer demands.

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 20, 2026

Crespi 60, Modesto Christian 49: The Celts improved to 13-6.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 3, 2026

Dad’s in our garage working on his car with Uncle Basil—who’s been living with us on and off since his almond farm up in Modesto failed.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman

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