continental
Pronunciation: [ˌkɒn.tɪˈnɛn.təl]
Context: "geography"
(adjective) related to a large land area, usually referring to a continent. It's about things that are connected to big pieces of land like North America or Europe.
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The continental United States is made up of 48 states.
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The island is not continental; it's separate from the main landmass.
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Which cities are part of the continental region?
Context: "style"
(adjective) referring to a style or way of doing things that is typical of Europe, especially Western Europe. It often describes culture, food, or fashion that comes from Europe.
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She loves continental cuisine and often enjoys dishes from Italy and France.
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His taste in food is not continental; he prefers traditional home-cooked meals.
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What are some popular continental dishes you know?
Context: "historical"
(noun) a person or thing from a continent, specifically used sometimes in historical contexts to refer to soldiers or events associated with the American Revolutionary War.
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The Continental Army played a crucial role in gaining independence.
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The local troops were not members of the Continental army.
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What were the main challenges faced by the Continental forces during the war?