Washington

Example Sentences

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He has also arranged for a Freedom 250 Grand Prix IndyCar race on the streets of downtown Washington, D.C.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Kenya's health minister has insisted the facility will be for Kenyans as well as Americans, and Washington has pledged $13.5 million to Kenya's Ebola preparedness efforts.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

The biggest challenge for Washington may be Brazil’s determination to remain neutral.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Sen. Alex Padilla, who served as California’s secretary of state before heading to Washington, said the state’s elections are “safe, secure and accessible.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

“You were right. I can’t believe it. You really don’t know who George Washington is?”

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy