Example Sentences

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Privately, their officials already talk about diversifying their allegiances, and about the necessity of finding ways to live alongside Iran, its neighbour across the water.

From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026

Pacific island neighbour Vanuatu secured a landmark win last year in the International Court of Justice, which found nations had a legal duty to prevent harms from planet-warming pollution.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

The runoff could also impact relations with Colombia's neighbour Ecuador.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

DR Congo's neighbour, Uganda, has also reported cases of the virus.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

Just then I saw Kali, wife of our neighbour, coming towards me, and with her were two women I had not seen before.

From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya