Blighties

plural of Blighty, chiefly British

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countries
Noun
  • Most projects aimed to support countries in Southeast Asia, South Asia, and Latin America.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025
  • The weakness of the Paris Agreement is glaringly obvious these days, as many countries pull back from their previous climate commitments under pressure from angry electorates or a worsening economy.
    Sophie Yeo, The Dial, 4 Nov. 2025
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“Blighties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Blighties. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.

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