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Gary

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Type Settlement
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈɡæɹ.i/
, /ˈɡɛɹ.i/
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City in Indiana that was named after businessman Elbert Henry Gary (1846-1927), the founder of U.S. Steel.

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Entry updated April 23, 2024

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