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Konya

American

[kawn-yah, kawn-yah] / ˈkɔn jɑ, kɔnˈjɑ /

Or Konia

noun

a city in southern Turkey, south of Ankara.

Konya British

/ ˈkɔːnjɑː /

noun

Ancient name: Iconium. a city in SW central Turkey: in ancient times a Phrygian city and capital of Lycaonia. Pop: 883 000 (2005 est)

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"The infectious gastroenteritis he has experienced has lessened its effect," Koca said, speaking in the central Konya province.

From Reuters ● Apr. 27, 2023

After his capture of the city, Mehmed turned eastward, incorporating the Turkish state of Karaman, the home of the important Islamic religious center of Konya, and other lands ruled by Turkish tribes in eastern Anatolia.

From Textbooks ● Apr. 19, 2023

Athletic director Jeff Konya said Saturday’s game against New Mexico State will be played later this season after the Spartans mourn the death of Camdan McWright.

From Seattle Times ● Oct. 21, 2022

“In light of the tragic circumstances involving Camdan McWright, we have made the decision with New Mexico State to postpone the game,” Konya said in a statement Friday.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 21, 2022

They arrived at Konya that night about half-past eleven.

From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie

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