hail from
Example Sentences
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Uyghurs, a Turkic minority, hail from China's westernmost province, Xinjiang.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
His father's family hail from Grenada and it was a trip to the Caribbean in 2007, around the time West Indies hosted the World Cup, that sparked Gay's love of cricket.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
The writers room is stacked with people who, like Plaza and Wengert, hail from the Upright Citizens Brigade improv world.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026
Run for Something is not affiliated with No Kings, but some of the organization’s endorsed candidates this year hail from the movement.
From Salon • Mar. 28, 2026
“You. What’s your name, occupation, and where do you hail from? And be honest about it—I know none of you are bakers and candlestick makers.”
From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas
