Kent State

Cultural  

1. A controversial incident in 1970, in which unarmed students demonstrating against United States involvement in the Vietnam War were fired on by panicky troops of the National Guard. Four students were killed and nine wounded. The shooting occurred at Kent State University in Ohio. The troops were subsequently absolved of responsibility by the government, but their action turned many moderates against the Vietnam War and the Richard Nixon administration.

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Example Sentences

There was a time — before the strained quad in the season opener against Kent State, before the dislocated shoulder on the fifth defensive play against Oregon, before the broken thumb in the Apple Cup win over Washington State — when Jordan Perryman looked like Washington’s best player.

From Seattle Times

For Naif Alanazi, a 35-year-old Ph.D. student at Kent State University, bedtime is a sacred ritual for him and his 4-year-old daughter, Yasmeen.

From New York Times

The Mid-American Conference champs from Kent State couldn’t muster any such magic, shooting 32% from the field.

From Washington Times

The Hoosiers had a 35-27 at halftime as Thompson took advantage of a Kent State defense that was working hard to limit Jackson-Davis.

From Washington Times

Here’s a guide to top players on lesser-known teams, like Kent State and Oral Roberts.

From New York Times