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san juan

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1

The capital and most populous municipality of Puerto Rico, located on the territory's Atlantic coast and renowned for its historic Spanish colonial architecture, deep-water harbor, and cultural significance.


2

North American An archipelago (the San Juan Islands) in the Pacific Northwest of the United States, located between the state of Washington and Vancouver Island, British Columbia.

Example

"We took a ferry across the sound to the San Juan Islands for a weekend of whale watching."


3

A province in western Argentina, as well as its capital city, known for its mountainous terrain, agriculture, and prominent wine production.

Example

"The vineyards of San Juan produce a significant portion of Argentina's domestic wine."

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

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