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Schuylkill

American  
[skool-kil, skoo-kuhl] / ˈskul kɪl, ˈsku kəl /

noun

  1. a river flowing SE from E Pennsylvania to the Delaware River at Philadelphia. 131 miles (210 km) long.


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Outlining a cluster of historic boathouses along the Schuylkill River near the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the twinkly lights reflect off the water and give definition to the unique architecture of each building.

From Seattle Times Mar. 18, 2023

The open seats are his priority, said GOP Sen. Dave Argall of Schuylkill County, who heads his caucus’ campaign effort.

From Washington Times Sep. 22, 2022

The couple was traveling home when they heard the cars and trucks piling up on the Schuylkill County interstate behind them.

From Fox News Mar. 29, 2022

The chain reaction happened around 10:36 a.m. on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County about 50 miles northeast of Harrisburg, Pa., where an early spring burst of wintry weather overwhelmed drivers in the northbound lanes.

From New York Times Mar. 28, 2022

Whenever he crossed the bridge over the Schuylkill, he turned his eyes so as not to see the nearby P & W trestle.

From "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli

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