North American
adjective
: of or relating to North America (a continent of the western hemisphere including Canada, the United States, Mexico, and the countries of Central America) or its people
North American
noun
plural North Americans
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At a similar price point, with a slightly more European vibe (even on North American departures) the party crowd can turn to MSC Cruises.
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Scott Laird, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
Both fractures make up the boundary of the Pacific and North American tectonic plates, which have been sliding past each other a few centimeters each year while other zones are locked.
—Kasha Patel, CNN Money, 19 June 2026
Currently, the Jets hold the longest active playoff drought in the four major North American pro sports leagues (NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL), having missed the postseason for 15 consecutive seasons.
—Jeff Capellini, CBS News, 18 June 2026
It is recommended to purchase mealworms from a North American supplier to ensure proper quality and compatibility with your garden.
—Abby Fribush, Southern Living, 18 June 2026
Designed by architect David Chipperfield, the new tower replaces the building Rolex has occupied for decades and will house the company’s North American offices alongside a flagship retail presence and hospitality spaces.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 18 June 2026
The latest entry in Disney and Pixar’s beloved animated franchise is targeting a debut of $145 million to $150 million from 4,400 North American theaters.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 17 June 2026
IndieWire’s criteria for inclusion on the Specialized Chart looks at independent and mini-major distributors with films that at their widest release at any point are below 500 screens, excluding event cinema, re-releases, and major Bollywood or Chinese North American releases.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 17 June 2026
The current trade talks go beyond the beef sector, and agriculture more broadly, to encompass issues such as rules of origin, labor and environmental standards, digital trade and investment provisions that shape North American supply chains.
—Andrew Muhammad, The Conversation, 16 June 2026
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Scott Laird, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
Both fractures make up the boundary of the Pacific and North American tectonic plates, which have been sliding past each other a few centimeters each year while other zones are locked.
—Kasha Patel, CNN Money, 19 June 2026
Currently, the Jets hold the longest active playoff drought in the four major North American pro sports leagues (NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL), having missed the postseason for 15 consecutive seasons.
—Jeff Capellini, CBS News, 18 June 2026
It is recommended to purchase mealworms from a North American supplier to ensure proper quality and compatibility with your garden.
—Abby Fribush, Southern Living, 18 June 2026
Designed by architect David Chipperfield, the new tower replaces the building Rolex has occupied for decades and will house the company’s North American offices alongside a flagship retail presence and hospitality spaces.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 18 June 2026
The latest entry in Disney and Pixar’s beloved animated franchise is targeting a debut of $145 million to $150 million from 4,400 North American theaters.
—Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 17 June 2026
IndieWire’s criteria for inclusion on the Specialized Chart looks at independent and mini-major distributors with films that at their widest release at any point are below 500 screens, excluding event cinema, re-releases, and major Bollywood or Chinese North American releases.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 17 June 2026
The current trade talks go beyond the beef sector, and agriculture more broadly, to encompass issues such as rules of origin, labor and environmental standards, digital trade and investment provisions that shape North American supply chains.
—Andrew Muhammad, The Conversation, 16 June 2026
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“North American.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/North%20American. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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