Caledonia
Americannoun
Usage
Caledonia is now used poetically and, sometimes, humorously
Example Sentences
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Researchers analyzed nearly 20 years of data from humpback whales that breed in the waters around New Caledonia in the South Pacific.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 5, 2026
Police allege that he could have carried out assaults not only in France, but also Germany, Switzerland, Morocco, Niger, Algeria, the Philippines, India, Colombia, and the French overseas territory of New Caledonia.
From BBC ● Feb. 10, 2026
She said Caledonia was agile and could often be seen climbing trees in her habitat, while Bluebell loves to play with her food, tossing her meals in the air during feeding time.
From BBC ● Jan. 10, 2026
The 64-year-old's resignation leaves Jamaica scrambling to find a head coach before next year's Inter-Confederation play-offs, which will include Iraq, Democratic Republic of Congo, New Caledonia, Bolivia and Suriname.
From Barron's ● Nov. 19, 2025
“And you were at Caledonia together,” Liam said, slowly.
From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken
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