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Fourth of July
noun phrase
Phrases
the Fourth of July
: July 4 observed as a legal holiday in the U.S. in commemoration of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776 : the Fourth
called also Independence Day
Examples of Fourth of July in a Sentence
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More:Fourth of July travel is expected to be busy, exceeding 2023 numbers.
—Leo Bertucci, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2024
Decision to change Wauwatosa Fourth of July fireworks first discussed in October meeting, according to minutes
Since last year's Fourth of July festivities, the commission has brought up issues and alternatives for the traditional fireworks show, meeting minutes show.
—Bridget Fogarty, Journal Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2024
Alabama is bracing for a busy - and hot - Fourth of July weekend.
—Ramsey Archibald | Rarchibald@al.com, al, 28 June 2023
With that, see you back here next week for all things Fourth of July!
—Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 25 June 2023
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Word History
First Known Use
1779, in the meaning defined above
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“Fourth of July.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Fourth%20of%20July. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.
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