northern

Example Sentences

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Fighting appears to have stopped for the moment in Gao, another northern town, with rebels positioned on the outskirts.

From Barron's • Apr. 26, 2026

Tuareg rebels meanwhile announced an agreement allowing Russian forces backing Mali's army to withdraw from the northern city of Kidal, which they claimed was "totally" under their control.

From Barron's • Apr. 26, 2026

A special police unit helped one farmer under bombardment in the northern region of Sumy to leave with his 11 goats.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

Models suggest that northern pike could increase their food intake by another 6%-12% by the year 2100.

From Science Daily • Apr. 25, 2026

Katz’s packing plant was located in the northern end of the Stockyards.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros