islands

Example Sentences

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The term can include people with roots in dozens of countries from Sri Lanka to China’s border with Russia to Pacific islands, with completely different exposure patterns and cuisines.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

France banned its use on the mainland in 1990, but allowed its continued use on the Caribbean islands until 1993.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Many of Jamaica's peppers are sold to neighbouring Caribbean islands.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

The team believes the Scottish wrens could become an important model for future research into the forces driving evolution on islands around the world.

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

“Where are the islands? The Arki—what did you call it?”

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell