modocs (Meaning)
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modocs (n. pl.)
A tribe of warlike Indians formerly inhabiting Northern California. They are nearly extinct.
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modocs Sentence Examples
- The Modocs, a Native American tribe, fiercely resisted encroachment on their ancestral lands.
- Captain Jack, the leader of the Modocs, led a fierce battle against the U.S. Army in the Lava Beds War.
- The Modocs were eventually defeated and forcibly relocated to a reservation in Oklahoma.
- The Modocs' courage and determination have become a symbol of Native American resistance to oppression.
- Historians have argued that the Modocs' struggle for survival sheds light on the complexities of Native American history.
- The Modocs' traditional way of life was based on hunting, fishing, and gathering.
- The Modocs have maintained their cultural identity despite being forcibly relocated from their homeland.
- The Modocs have faced ongoing challenges in obtaining recognition of their rights and sovereignty.
- Today, there are approximately 1,000 Modocs living in the United States and Canada.
- The Modocs' legacy continues to inspire Native American communities and advocates for indigenous rights.
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A tribe of warlike Indians formerly inhabiting Northern California. They are nearly extinct.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The Modocs, a Native American tribe, fiercely resisted encroachment on their ancestral lands.
Captain Jack, the leader of the Modocs, led a fierce battle against the U.S. Army in the Lava Beds War.
The Modocs were eventually defeated and forcibly relocated to a reservation in Oklahoma.
The Modocs' courage and determination have become a symbol of Native American resistance to oppression.
