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England

[ing-gluhnd, -luhnd] / ˈɪŋ glənd, -lənd /
NOUN
British Empire
Synonyms
WEAK
Britain Commonwealth of Nations United Kingdom perfidious Albion the Commonwealth
NOUN
United Kingdom
Synonyms
WEAK
Albion Blighty Britain Britannia Commonwealth of Nations Great Britain Land of the Rose UK United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Example Sentences

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However, it was only a fleeting moment as England added seven second-half scores.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

Dominant England spoiled Scotland's record-breaking afternoon at Murrayfield with a 12-try win which keeps them on course for another Six Nations title.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

England made their major tournament debut in 1984, competing as one of four teams in a Uefa competition that was a precursor to the Women's Euros.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

In 1998, Hope Powell was appointed the first full-time coach of the England women's senior team as part of plans to develop the national game.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

“I don’t suppose that is in England, is it?”

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood