emigrate

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Medics and analysts say Nigeria has a very low doctor-patient ratio, worsened by a massive "brain drain" as health professionals emigrate after being enticed by better working conditions abroad.

From BBC • Jan. 15, 2026

Economic collapse and political repression led roughly 8 million Venezuelans to emigrate since 2014, making it one of the world’s largest displacement crises.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 3, 2026

That’s why the British press is full of stories about entrepreneurs and other high earners exploring options to emigrate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 26, 2025

David told AFP he would like to emigrate but can't afford it.

From Barron's • Oct. 24, 2025

After that, they were able to emigrate to Canada.

From "Lost Boy, Lost Girl" by John Bul Dau