lansing
lansing — noun
1. an American lawyer and politician who served as U.S. Secretary of State from 191
an American lawyer and politician who served as U.S. Secretary of State from 1915 to 1920 under President Woodrow Wilson, known for his role in shaping foreign policy during and after the First World War
Robert Lansing helped negotiate the Treaty of Versailles after the First World War.
proper noun in subject position for historical figure
Imani wrote a term paper about Robert Lansing and the Paris Peace Conference.
The archives contain letters written by Robert Lansing during his time as Secretary of State.
Robert Lansing resigned in 1920 after disagreeing with President Wilson on foreign policy.
用法筆記
Robert Lansing is often mentioned in the context of U.S. involvement in World War I and the League of Nations debate. He should not be confused with John Foster Dulles, a later Secretary of State with a similar role.
2. a village in northeastern Illinois, located just south of Chicago near the India
a village in northeastern Illinois, located just south of Chicago near the Indiana border
The Chen family bought a house in Lansing, Illinois, close to Chicago yet much quieter.
geographical name with 'in' preposition
Stefan took the train from Lansing, Illinois, to downtown Chicago every morning for work.
Most students at Lansing, Illinois, high school come from families who work in nearby factories.
Anjali has lived in Lansing, Illinois, since childhood and knows the town well.
用法筆記
Lansing, Illinois is a village, not a city. It is one of several suburbs on the south side of the Chicago metropolitan area near the Indiana state line.
3. a city in southern Michigan that serves as the state capital and is home to the
a city in southern Michigan that serves as the state capital and is home to the Michigan State Capitol building and several government offices
Ryo flew to Lansing, Michigan, for an education conference at the capitol building.
geographical name with 'to' preposition indicating destination
Lansing, Michigan, is about an hour and a half west of Detroit by car.
Michigan State University is located just outside Lansing, Michigan, in East Lansing.
New laws are signed by the governor at the capitol in Lansing, Michigan, each year.
用法筆記
Lansing is the capital of Michigan. The city of East Lansing, home to Michigan State University, is a separate municipality located immediately east of the city of Lansing.