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as in countries
a body of people composed of one or more nationalities usually with its own territory and government
the American people became one nation when they adopted the Constitution in 1789
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as in nationalities
a people having a common language, culture, and body of traditions
an international organization dedicated to upholding the basic human rights of people from all nations
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Recent Examples of nations
Further, according to the paper, when supply tightens, richer nations outbid poorer ones for scarce shipments, exacerbating challenges for vulnerable economies.
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Arkansas Online, 11 Mar. 2026
Spiritual Festivals in Ethiopia As one of the world’s earliest Christian nations, Ethiopia makes for quite the enigmatic travel destination.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2026
Some of the settling back in crude prices came amid reports that some of the world’s largest nations were considering measures to ease tightening supplies of oil, including tapping into strategic oil reserves.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2026
Energy ministers from the Group of Seven nations met earlier Tuesday to discuss options to address the supply disruption, Birol said.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 10 Mar. 2026
Both are maritime nations, each close to a continent containing difficult rivals.
—Arthur I. Cyr, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
In a move that drew worldwide attention, 175 nations voted to adopt a global treaty for plastic pollution.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2026
The curbs were initially enacted in 2020 after a border skirmish escalated tensions between the world’s two most populous nations.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 10 Mar. 2026
In a historic move, 175 nations voted to adopt a global treaty for plastic pollution.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 10 Mar. 2026
Arkansas Online, 11 Mar. 2026
Spiritual Festivals in Ethiopia As one of the world’s earliest Christian nations, Ethiopia makes for quite the enigmatic travel destination.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2026
Some of the settling back in crude prices came amid reports that some of the world’s largest nations were considering measures to ease tightening supplies of oil, including tapping into strategic oil reserves.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2026
Energy ministers from the Group of Seven nations met earlier Tuesday to discuss options to address the supply disruption, Birol said.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 10 Mar. 2026
Both are maritime nations, each close to a continent containing difficult rivals.
—Arthur I. Cyr, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
In a move that drew worldwide attention, 175 nations voted to adopt a global treaty for plastic pollution.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2026
The curbs were initially enacted in 2020 after a border skirmish escalated tensions between the world’s two most populous nations.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 10 Mar. 2026
In a historic move, 175 nations voted to adopt a global treaty for plastic pollution.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 10 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nations
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Overcoming an energy moratorium Ireland is one of two European countries to have enforced a moratorium on new data center applications as the energy-intensive facilities put pressure on the nation’s grid.—
April Roach,Gaelle Legrand,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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The company later expanded globally, providing voting machines and other technology to help carry out elections in 25 countries, from Argentina to Zambia.—
JOSHUA GOODMAN THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
11 Mar. 2026
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There are more than 65 nationalities represented among the crew, the majority from the Philippines, India, Peru, and Mexico.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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When asked whether Ratcliffe’s comments had affected a first-team squad of many different backgrounds and nationalities, Carrick said that the players are ready to support one another in all circumstances.—
Mark Critchley,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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Thanks to George Mason, Article V was amended to require a convention be called when two-thirds of states applied for an amendment.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
10 Mar. 2026
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Pushing the work to states could create a patchwork of systems with uneven protections.—
Collin Binkley,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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Since 2024, the production has tapped a revolving door of actors across genders and ethnicities to play consequential American icons, with stars including Jinkx Monsoon, Kumail Nanjiani, Tituss Burgess and Conrad Ricamora.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
8 Mar. 2026
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Models were tasked with changing their ethnicities with makeup and hairstyling for more than one challenge, as though even the reality of their biology could be altered with the right level of commitment.—
Sophie Gilbert,
The Atlantic,
6 Mar. 2026
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Some countries have laws administer what critics believe are cruel punishments or place undue restrictions on women and minorities.—
Rachel Royster
Updated March 3,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Mar. 2026
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Territorial integrity is repeatedly invoked as a red line, while legitimate rights claims by Kurds or other minorities are dismissed as dangerous or foreign-inspired.—
Jalil Pakray,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Mar. 2026
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Attacks on other Gulf states Qatar and Bahrain also came under attack, piercing the kingdoms’ polished image as luxurious havens in an unstable region.—
Laura Sharman,
CNN Money,
1 Mar. 2026
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But these are relatively new arrivals on Earth; all three kingdoms are less than one billion years old.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
17 Feb. 2026
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In other words, the 2026 school board races will rival the mayoral election in 2027 in importance to the future of Chicago.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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Three of the four acting races are looking similarly hazy, save for Buckley’s odds in the best actress category, cat hate aside.—
Dan Heching,
CNN Money,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Nations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nations. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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