Jolo
Americannoun
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an island in the SW Philippines: the main island of the Sulu Archipelago. 345 sq. mi. (894 sq. km).
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a seaport on this island.
noun
Example Sentences
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The ferry was traveling to Jolo town in Sulu province from the southern port city of Zamboanga when it caught fire off Basilan close to midnight, Hataman said.
From Washington Times • Mar. 29, 2023
The two were briefly presented in a news conference in an army camp in Jolo and later turned over to police.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 17, 2022
“I heard about how she helped people,” Jolo said, describing Robredo’s efforts for farmers.
From Washington Post • May 8, 2022
The pilot, who was experienced in flying the C-130 aircraft, was among those who died in the crash on Jolo island, Sobejana said by telephone.
From Reuters • Jul. 6, 2021
In Jolo, Bantilan, the brother of King Alimudin, assumed the supreme authority, after having compelled his brother to take refuge in Manila.
From An Historical View of the Philippine Islands, Vol II (of 2) Exhibiting their discovery, population, language, government, manners, customs, productions and commerce. by Zuniga, Martinez de
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