compatriots

Example Sentences

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Can he persuade Mr. Trump and his compatriots that Britain’s game is worth the candle?

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

Consular officials are tasked with assisting detained compatriots in various ways, including helping to obtain legal counsel, report medical issues and contact relatives.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

"At the moment, due to the particular unity that has been created between you our compatriots... the enemy has been defeated," said Khamenei.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

Sharipov's compatriots Daniil Medvedev, Andrey Rublev and Karen Khachanov were among a group also stuck in Dubai following the ATP 500 tournament there.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

Herbie’s heart sank as he observed new ants methodically plodding into the death arenas around the sugary spots; they paid no attention to the shapeless compatriots over which their tiny feet scrabbled.

From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols