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western

[wes-tern] / ˈwɛs tərn /
ADJECTIVE
situated or toward the west
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The case has stirred Utah, a state in the western United States.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Jomon ancestry appeared strongest in Okinawa, where it was found in 28.5% of samples, while western Japan showed much lower levels at 13.4%.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

Murdaugh is imprisoned in the rural western corner of the state and will likely spend the rest of his life in prison regardless of Wednesday’s ruling.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Chongqing, which finds itself at the heart of this investment, aims to become the Silicon Valley of western China.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Benji ordered blueberry pancakes, a western omelet, an egg-and-biscuit sandwich, and French toast.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty




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