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
“I heard about how she helped people,” Jolo said, describing Robredo’s efforts for farmers.
From Washington Post ● May 8, 2022
The official, who has flown military aircraft to and from Jolo several times, spoke on condition of anonymity because of a lack of authority to speak publicly.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 4, 2021
The C-130 aircraft of the Philippine Air Force had a mishap on landing on the island of Jolo, the air force said in a statement.
From Reuters ● Jul. 4, 2021
It was under the administration of M. Poivre, at the Isle of France, that a kind of alliance was formed between the French government and the Sultan of Jolo.
From An Historical View of the Philippine Islands, Vol II (of 2) Exhibiting their discovery, population, language, government, manners, customs, productions and commerce. by Martinez de Zuniga
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