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from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.
- Sauk leader. A noted warrior, he fought with the British against the Americans in the War of 1812, opposed Keokuk's policies of accommodation with the US government, and was defeated in a brief conflict with US troops known as the Black Hawk War (1832).
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- noun Sauk leader who in 1832 led Fox and Sauk warriors against the United States (1767-1838)
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Examples
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The Black Hawk was a night club whose owner built a “cage” separate from the rest of the audience so underaged (under 21, then) folks could hear the music separate from the drinking -- a nice thought, but he was busted anyway.
Black Hawk Blues Malvina Reynolds 2006
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They'll tip off against conference rival Black Hawk, which is making its first appearance in the state tournament.
unknown title 2009
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That's not enough for state Sen. Jeanne Nicholson, a Democrat who represents the old mining town of Black Hawk, which has banked its economic future not on burros, but on blackjack.
Hauling Burro: Donkey Racers Make Stubborn Bid for Recognition Stephanie Simon 2011
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Arm in arm, Jarrett and Marine infantrymen helped Turner hobble toward the Black Hawk.
Afghanistan Medevac Team Saves Lives During Wartime The Huffington Post News Team 2010
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“Alex,” Dream Crow said, “how would you like to come live with us out in Black Hawk?”
The Punany Experience Jessica Holter 2010
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Arm in arm, Jarrett and Marine infantrymen helped Turner hobble toward the Black Hawk.
Afghanistan Medevac Team Saves Lives During Wartime The Huffington Post News Team 2010
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“Alex,” Dream Crow said, “how would you like to come live with us out in Black Hawk?”
The Punany Experience Jessica Holter 2010
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He died October 19, 2001 when his Black Hawk helicopter crashed in Pakistan.
John R. Price: Obama's War... Really? John R. Price 2010
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A letter sent last week by the defence equipment minister, Quentin Davies, to Sikorsky, the US manufacturer of the Black Hawk, appears to admit that snubbing its latest offer could delay the introduction of desperately needed helicopters into Afghanistan.
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A letter sent last week by the defence equipment minister, Quentin Davies, to Sikorsky, the US manufacturer of the Black Hawk, appears to admit that snubbing its latest offer could delay the introduction of desperately needed helicopters into Afghanistan.
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