the Stars and Stripes

plural noun

: the flag of the United States

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Plano resident Terry Wade was one of the first to Paxton’s party donned in the Stars and Stripes. Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 May 2026 The United States men's national team roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup was officially revealed at Pier 17 in Manhattan on Tuesday afternoon, and the 26 men representing the Stars and Stripes are set to show out on home soil next month. Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 26 May 2026 An Army spokesperson told the Stars and Stripes the policy intends to align the service with Defense Department standards. Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 25 Mar. 2026 Under his leadership, the museum has hosted multiple high-profile events, including the 2023 NFL Draft, Kansas City’s official Independence Day Celebration, the Stars and Stripes Picnic, and now prepares for the FIFA World Cup Fan Festival. Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 23 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the Stars and Stripes

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“The Stars and Stripes.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20Stars%20and%20Stripes. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.

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