South Bend
Americannoun
noun
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Jessica and a friend were set to leave for a long road trip to a fantasy convention in South Bend, Indiana.
From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026
The native of South Bend, Indiana, also had roles in films Pieces of April, Enchanted and Cars 3 and Lightyear, as well as TV roles in the Law and Order franchise.
From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025
A failed trick play crushed USC’s late rally, helping Notre Dame pull away for a 34-24 win in South Bend, Ind., during what may be the rivalry’s finale.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 29, 2025
Thunderstorms are expected to roll into South Bend, Ind., just before USC and Notre Dame are scheduled to kick off.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 17, 2025
She hated being out in what she called the Sticks, longed for the great and gracious life in Toledo or South Bend.
From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck
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