Outside (Alaska)
In the U.S. state of Alaska, Outside refers to any non-Alaska location.[1] Though commonly used by Alaskans to refer to other U.S. states, [2][3] it may also refer to international locations including Canada and Russia.[citation needed] The term has been in use since at least the beginning of the 20th century and is believed to be an adaptation of a similar Canadian term used in the northern portion of that country and referring to southern Canada.[4] The expression is typically used in an adverbial phrase following some form of the word "go", but it is also used as a simple noun.[4]
An early usage of the term is in Through the Yukon Gold Diggings, by Josiah Spurr, published in Boston in 1900.[5] Usage continues today, particularly in publications away from Southcentral Alaska and Anchorage.[6][7] The inverse of the term ("Inside") is infrequently used.[8]
See also
References
- ↑ Princess Tours. "Learn to 'speak Alaskan'", Princesslodges.com. Accessed Oct. 4, 2009.
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- ↑ Leibovich, Mark. "Sarah Palin is Vocal and Ready ... but for What?", The New York Times. Feb. 5, 2010. Accessed Feb. 5, 2010.
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- ↑ Dillon, R.A. "Outside money pouring into Alaska elections", Fairbanks Daily News-Miner. August 16, 2008. Accessed Oct. 4, 2009.
- ↑ Wener, Bob. "Do-gooders", Fairbanks Daily News-Miner. March 26, 2009. Accessed October 4, 2009.
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