Heat-Moon
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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When William Least Heat-Moon lost his job teaching English, he set out to explore the back roads of American life.
From New York Times • Jul. 28, 2020
Heat-Moon visited small towns like Subtle, Ky., and Scratch Ankle, Alaska, absorbing local color and wisdom.
From New York Times • Jul. 28, 2020
His father was Heat-Moon, meaning July, the hot month; his older brother Little Heat- % Moon; and he himself last and Least.
From Time Magazine Archive
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The hearty, quote-laden banter between Heat-Moon and his mates sometimes sounds forced, but the author's wit and energy ultimately quell any cavils.
From Time Magazine Archive
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