native country

Example Sentences

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"In Estonia, his native country, and within pockets of the world, Öpik is still a rather well-known figure," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

It was not the first time that Leo has criticised the government of his native country, after denouncing its treatment of migrants as "inhuman".

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

He feels lost in his native country after so many years in the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

But he has kept an eye on conditions in his native country over the years, and his mother stays in touch with an uncle who is still there.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2026

PAT'ER, pa'tris, a father; Pa'tria, one's native country.

From New Word-Analysis by William Swinton