north

Example Sentences

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This appears to refer to new routes, running much closer to the Iranian mainland, north of the two traffic separation lanes in use before the war.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Inflation won’t skyrocket, as it did in 2022 to a four-decade peak north of 9%.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

Evacuation orders are in effect for an area north of Highway 74, south of Ethanac Road and east of El Toro Road, while an evacuation warning is in effect in adjacent areas.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Marj had never been to north Wales before but found out that her father, who was a salesman of marine engines, had Pwllheli as his patch.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

The wind had shifted from north to east and blew harder now in gusts.

From "Black Star, Bright Dawn" by Scott O'Dell