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Polk

Verb / pəʊk / / pəʊlk / Another word for polk — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Polk is a surname of English and Scottish origin, which means 'people of Pollock'

Synonyms & similar words

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Common collocations

  • James K. Polk
  • President Polk
  • Polk administration
  • Polk County
  • Polk State
  • Polk Museum

Word family

noun Polk

Usage note

Polk is primarily used as a proper noun, most notably as the surname of James K. Polk, the 11th U.S. President. It also commonly refers to places and institutions named after him.

Example sentences

  1. Mr. Polk is my teacher.
  2. James K. Polk was the 11th President of the United States.
  3. The Polk family reunion is this weekend.
  4. I saw a Polk fish at the aquarium.
  5. Polk Street is a famous street in San Francisco.

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  • I am the common man. I'm polite, I love my family and I play by the rules. And sometimes I get pushed around. That's my lifestyle, and that's what I try to bring to characters.
  • We have always been taught that navigation is the result of civilization, but modern archeology has demonstrated very clearly that this is not so.
  • The best way to get along is never to forgive an enemy or forget a friend.

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