Patagonia
Americannoun
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a tableland region of southern Argentina.
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a region in S South America, in S Argentina and S Chile, extending from the Andes to the Atlantic.
noun
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the southernmost region of South America, in Argentina and Chile extending from the Andes to the Atlantic. Area: about 777 000 sq km (300 000 sq miles)
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an arid tableland in the southernmost part of Argentina, rising towards the Andes in the west
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Business operators say foot traffic has recently improved along the Third Street Promenade, where the California sun warms shoppers who dip in and out of stores like Patagonia and Starbucks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 6, 2026
"The site where Kank was discovered has provided extensive information about the Late Cretaceous environment of southern Patagonia, so continuing excavations there is crucial," explains Dr. Motta.
From Science Daily ● May 29, 2026
Pattie Gonia responded on social media this week, saying the Patagonia case is trying to take away their right to use the name and it could cost them $1 million in legal fees.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 29, 2026
Seven species have previously been identified from northern Patagonia.
From Science Daily ● May 29, 2026
He could walk to Patagonia, or to Tierra del Fuego.
From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman
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