as in emigration
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a group of people who live outside the area in which they had lived for a long time or in which their ancestors lived
—usually singular
the art of the African diaspora
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Recent Examples of diaspora
This, though, was ultimately a night that belonged to Algeria, whose huge European diaspora ensured a vibrant atmosphere in Rotterdam.
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Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 3 June 2026
Since its opening in January 2025, the space has seen celebrations and gatherings often featuring a Bahamian carnival drum called a tum tum, in vibrant expressions of Black joy, and a weekly passport series highlighting a country across the diaspora.
—Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
Every course of the tasting menu—sourced from local Black farmers and rooted in the foodways of the African diaspora—is both a dish and a story, told with warmth and skill.
—Regan Stephens, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 May 2026
Lauren Harwell Godfrey’s award-winning designs are rooted in the ancient patterns of the African diaspora.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
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Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 3 June 2026
Since its opening in January 2025, the space has seen celebrations and gatherings often featuring a Bahamian carnival drum called a tum tum, in vibrant expressions of Black joy, and a weekly passport series highlighting a country across the diaspora.
—Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
Every course of the tasting menu—sourced from local Black farmers and rooted in the foodways of the African diaspora—is both a dish and a story, told with warmth and skill.
—Regan Stephens, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 May 2026
Lauren Harwell Godfrey’s award-winning designs are rooted in the ancient patterns of the African diaspora.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for diaspora
Noun
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There’s lots of emigration because there are no jobs.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
7 May 2026
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But there’s no such thing as legal emigration to Gilead.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Following a free-agency exodus of key defensive players from their 2022 NFL Draft class, the Chiefs went defense-heavy in this year’s draft, using their first four of seven total picks on players for that side of the ball.—
Pete Sweeney
June 4,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2026
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Both companies will likely report weaker earnings in the second quarter because the Iran war has reduced traffic flows and parking demand — in Dubai more than in other emirates, due to an exodus of expats and the absence of tourists.—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
4 June 2026
Noun
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Six law enforcement officers were injured during evacuation efforts, which were made difficult by unpredictable, high winds, according to Winans.—
Sally Krutzig,
Idaho Statesman,
1 June 2026
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Know your evacuation zones and routes in advance.—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
1 June 2026
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“Diaspora.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diaspora. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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