emigration

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Recent Examples of emigration By 1850, the Great Famine had not only reduced the population through starvation and emigration but also accelerated the advance of English across Ireland’s midlands, as far as Sligo on the west coast. Big Think, 4 May 2026 The country saw a wave of emigration – and a serious brain drain – in the wake of a partial military mobilization that was announced in September 2022. Nathan Hodge, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026 Recent waves of emigration of younger Cubans have left many older adults alone to fend for themselves under the direst conditions. Sarah Moreno updated April 29, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2026 Since then, emigration has spiked, particularly among young families and more liberal Israelis who have felt alienated by years of war and the country’s internal political fights. Deborah Danan, Sun Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for emigration
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Noun
  • Miami-Dade lost roughly 10,000 residents last year, new Census estimates show, and experts warn the exodus skews young.
    Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 18 June 2026
  • Now, two members of the Kansas Congressional delegation are teaming up on a plan to prevent a repeat of the mass exodus that led to the temporary closure of several county-level USDA offices where farmers and ranchers could consult with experts on federal programs, farm loans and crop insurance.
    Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 17 June 2026
Noun
  • The reforms open wider space for private businesses, direct imports and exports, private banks and Cuban diaspora investment — even allowing fast-food chains — inspired by Chinese and Vietnamese market-style communism.
    Andrea Rodríguez, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
  • The game attracted not only fans willing to spend upwards of $2,700 on tickets, but also prominent figures from Haiti and its diaspora, including fashion designer Jovana Louis and Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé, who traveled with several government ministers.
    Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 20 June 2026
Noun
  • The fire prompted an evacuation order for homes near the Pico Canyon Elementary School area, while evacuation warnings were issued for homes in the area of Sagecrest Circle and Chicory Court, according to authorities.
    Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 16 June 2026
  • The card was recently overhauled and now offers emergency evacuation and transportation coverage, as well — among other additions and a 100,000-point welcome bonus (earned after spending $5,000 within the first three months).
    Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 16 June 2026
Noun
  • The trade comes after years of uncertainty surrounding Milwaukee's direction following the departure of championship-winning head coach Mike Budenholzer in 2023 and caps a steady decline that culminated in the Bucks missing the 2026 playoffs.
    Alejandro Avila, FOXNews.com, 23 June 2026
  • The pound eased against major currencies as speculation mounted that Starmer was going to set out a timetable for his departure.
    Kim Hjelmgaard, USA Today, 22 June 2026
Noun
  • The stock market's near record highs, swelling 401(k)s and other retirement account balances.
    Medora Lee, USA Today, 20 June 2026
  • The city is clamoring to clinch one of two league expansion spots by Manfred’s retirement in 2029, taking the number of teams from 30 to 32.
    Reeti Malhotra, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2026

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“Emigration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emigration. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.

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