Pendleton
Americannoun
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a city in N Oregon.
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a male given name.
Example Sentences
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The district reflects a mix of suburban commuter communities and is located near major military installations like Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton and the Naval Weapons Station in Fallbrook.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
“Sellers need to take advantage of the latest digital tools to make their listing stand out online,” Pendleton said.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 28, 2026
Carter’s administration instituted the most sweeping reforms of the civil service since 1883’s Pendleton Act, which replaced the spoils system and created a professional, merit-based system.
From Salon • Feb. 15, 2026
Located in northern San Diego County, Camp Pendleton is a major training facility where Marines learn to conduct air, sea and ground assaults.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 4, 2025
Devin held the Pendleton blanket that hung above the entrance to his hogan to the side so Nathan and Nali could enter.
From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young
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