Old Dominion
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Old Dominion
An Americanism dating back to 1770–80
Example Sentences
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He left Old Dominion University in Virginia before completing his degree to trade sports full-time for a sportsbook.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026
That helped get the books' ardent fanbase on board, which in turn built momentum, says Myles McNutt, an associate professor of media studies at Old Dominion University.
From BBC • Feb. 7, 2026
Old Dominion generated 2025 sales of about $5.5 billion and an operating profit of $1.4 billion, resulting in a 25% margin.
From Barron's • Jan. 21, 2026
“What kind of personal information are you providing, and what is that worth to you as a consumer?” said Yuping Liu-Thompkins, an associate dean in Old Dominion University’s marketing department, where she researches customer loyalty.
From MarketWatch • Dec. 16, 2025
The Old Dominion was accustomed to thinking of itself as primus inter pares in any confederation of states.
From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis
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