country of origin

Example Sentences

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Currently, less than 30 percent of people ordered to leave are actually returned to their country of origin, according to the European Commission.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Tariffs tied to "country of origin" rules still apply regardless of where a company is headquartered, meaning businesses cannot easily sidestep Chinese supply chains.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

Today, around a hundred pieces he bought from local artists -- along with 15,000 photographs and a dozen films -- have been handed back to their country of origin.

From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026

Johnson said grant rates depend on a variety of circumstances, including whether a person is detained or has legal representation, their country of origin and whether they are adults or children.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 29, 2025

When he was originally arrested, Zeitoun had not been sure his country of origin had anything to do with his capture.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers