American Dream Definition

noun
An American ideal of a happy and successful life to which all may aspire.
American Heritage
The U.S. ideal according to which equality of opportunity permits any American to aspire to high attainment and material success.
Webster's New World
(idiomatic) A widespread determination by Americans to provide their children with a better upbringing than their parents were able to provide for them.
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(idiomatic) A philosophy that with hard work, courage and determination, anyone can prosper and achieve success.

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American Dream Sentence Examples

  • It 's a moving story of social struggle in the underbelly of the American dream.

  • As the nation grew, so did what came to be called the American Dream.

  • The Martha Stewart biography proves that business savvy, combined with talent and a strong work ethic, can make the American dream come true.

  • In doing so, states are capitalizing on those who are perhaps most in need of realizing the American Dream.

  • The American Dream Downpayment Initiative provides money to low-income applicants which is applied toward the downpayment of a home.

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