as in nations
a people having a common language, culture, and body of traditions
New York City may have more nationalities than any other metropolis in the world
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Recent Examples of nationalities
Different nationalities and ethnic groups lived and shopped side by side.
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Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 21 Mar. 2026
The range of nationalities has expanded, and there are many more Africans than before.
—Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 15 Mar. 2026
The Office of Homeland Security Statistics is responsible for publishing figures from Homeland Security agencies, including removals and the nationalities of those deported, to provide a comprehensive picture of immigration trends at the border and inside the United States.
—ABC News, 15 Mar. 2026
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
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
As a result, the final lineup is a mix of personalities, skillsets, and nationalities.
—Rebecca Cairns, CNN Money, 19 Feb. 2026
Individual acts of wrongdoing became the pretext for the vilification of entire nationalities.
—Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 17 Feb. 2026
As a result, vessels of all nationalities are keeping as far away as possible to avoid being caught in the crossfire of uncrewed weapons.
—David Szondy
february 15, New Atlas, 15 Feb. 2026
Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 21 Mar. 2026
The range of nationalities has expanded, and there are many more Africans than before.
—Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 15 Mar. 2026
The Office of Homeland Security Statistics is responsible for publishing figures from Homeland Security agencies, including removals and the nationalities of those deported, to provide a comprehensive picture of immigration trends at the border and inside the United States.
—ABC News, 15 Mar. 2026
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
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
As a result, the final lineup is a mix of personalities, skillsets, and nationalities.
—Rebecca Cairns, CNN Money, 19 Feb. 2026
Individual acts of wrongdoing became the pretext for the vilification of entire nationalities.
—Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 17 Feb. 2026
As a result, vessels of all nationalities are keeping as far away as possible to avoid being caught in the crossfire of uncrewed weapons.
—David Szondy
february 15, New Atlas, 15 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nationalities
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The Philippines declared a national emergency as fuel shortages caused by the war in Iran threatened its economic stability, one of a number of Asian nations scrambling to address a looming lack of energy.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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Although Nigeria was temporarily suspended from the Commonwealth group of nations, the oil industry continued its operations, and federal governments continued to misappropriate their share of the revenues and violently suppress protests.—
Noo Saro-Wiwa,
The Dial,
24 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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Particular challenges for women and minorities The bill under consideration is also likely to pose particular challenges for women, especially those who have taken their husbands’ name, which does doesn’t match the name on their birth certificate.—
Josh Meyer,
USA Today,
21 Mar. 2026
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Authorities are also still detaining people linked to the January protests, former political prisoners or members of minorities.—
Sarah el Deeb,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Mar. 2026
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The millions of dollars seeking to influence the outcome of Illinois’s races have been met with criticism from both winners and losers of these contests, sending a warning signal to major PACs and industries that the 2026 elections may be harder to influence than in previous cycles.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
18 Mar. 2026
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But like many of the other races in the state, criticism of Israel and AIPAC support became a defining feature of the home stretch.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Nationalities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nationalities. Accessed 25 Mar. 2026.
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