Reagan
Americannoun
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Nancy Davis Anne Francis Robbins Davis, 1921–2016, U.S. First Lady 1981–89 (wife of Ronald Reagan).
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Ronald (Wilson), 1911–2004, 40th president of the U.S. 1981–89.
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Example Sentences
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We need not admire him politically to agree that Reagan was good at that sort of thing.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
In fact, other than Schwarzenegger, who prevailed in an unprecedented recall campaign, every candidate following Reagan has successfully run for statewide office at least once before being chosen governor.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
California previously gave rise to actor-turned-president Ronald Reagan and action star-turned-state governor Arnold Schwarzenegger.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
The politics around Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport—a busy airport serving the nation’s capital and favored by lawmakers for its convenience—are particularly fraught, and families of crash victims have been vocal advocates for safety fixes.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
A nuclear-powered ship, the Reagan was equipped with radiation sensors.
From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland
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