Philly
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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“It’s been a long road trip — especially for the guys who went to Philly for the All-Star Game,” right fielder Kyle Tucker said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 26, 2026
Warmer weather means I get a chance at DJing outdoor events like our annual south Philly food festival or Pride.
From Salon ● Jun. 6, 2026
Since all three of us were originally from Philadelphia, we shared stories about how most people don’t know a real Philly cheesesteak when they eat one in their hometowns.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 29, 2026
Chris, “Abbott Elementary,” which follows several teachers at an underfunded public school in Philly, is heading into its sixth season.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 26, 2026
A1 talked me into writing a Mother’s Day piece, which the Philadelphia Inquirer was kind enough to run simultaneously, since Ma was living in Philly at the time.
From "The Color of Water: A Black Man's Tribute to His White Mother" by James McBride
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