Puerto Rican
Britishadjective
noun
Example Sentences
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Republicans in turn have capitalized on González-Colón’s rise as she helped bolster GOP support among the Puerto Rican diaspora and other Latino voters on the mainland.
From Salon • May 6, 2026
These act as bases for such dishes as Puerto Rican mofongo, made with plantains mashed with pork cracklings, as well as Cuban yuca with mojo, a citrus and garlic sauce.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
The legendary Puerto Rican MC Wisin gave Karol a breather by storming the stage and regaling his millennial fans with 2000s reggaeton burners like “Pam Pam” and “Rakata.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
The 59-year-old Puerto Rican actor acknowledged he was surprised by the reception he has received for his role, which accounts for less than 15 minutes of screen time.
From Barron's • Mar. 9, 2026
So I hired a teenager, Puerto Rican, who said he knew where he could get a shovel.
From "Seedfolks" by Paul Fleischman
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