Solothurn
Americannoun
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a city in NW Switzerland, on the Aar River: capital of canton of Solothurn.
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a canton in NW Switzerland.
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a canton of NW Switzerland. Capital: Solothurn. Pop: 246 500 (2002 est). Area: 793 sq km (306 sq miles)
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a town in NW Switzerland, capital of Solothurn canton, on the Aare River. Pop: 15 489 (2000)
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In their study, the researchers took a close look at 90 permanent grassland areas on over 30 farms in the canton of Solothurn in the north of Switzerland.
From Science Daily • May 14, 2024
The Swiss national battle-of-the-brass-bands was held in the town of Solothurn, where Hungary were based, the night before the final and the players struggled to sleep.
From The Guardian • Nov. 16, 2020
The state of Solothurn isn’t bursting with the super-wealthy.
From Washington Post • Mar. 2, 2020
"In my opinion we can't start subsidizing tax competition," said Christian Wanner, finance minister of the northern canton of Solothurn and president of the cantonal finance ministers.
From Reuters • Dec. 18, 2012
The first public recognition of the method was at the Music Festival in Solothurn in 1905, where a demonstration was given which made a striking impression on those present.
From The Eurhythmics of Jaques-Dalcroze by Jaques-Dalcroze, Emile
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