Irishman
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Origin of Irishman
Middle English word dating back to 1175–1225; see origin at Irish, -man
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McIlroy has previously played golf with Trump, who earlier this year hailed his achievements after the Northern Irishman won back-to-back US Masters titles.
From Barron's ● Sep. 8, 2026
The Irishman defended on the ground admirably, but it was a sign of things to come as Makhachev controlled the rest of the round with the challenger trapped against the side of the cage.
From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2026
The Northern Irishman, who won his second Masters title earlier this season had not played competitively since the Open Championship in July.
From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2026
Makhachev has been mostly dismissive of Machado Garry's ability during fight week, but the Irishman says he's preparing for the biggest test of his career.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
A few minutes earlier, Adams had seen the Irishman ride past shouting for Dr. Harlow, the town physician.
From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman
Opposition to World War I, and attempts to draft Irishmen into the British army, fueled the Irish revolution, leading to the country’s independence.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026
After all, since 1776, millions of Irishmen and women and their descendants have helped make America great through their labors.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 11, 2025
One cold July evening, with snow falling outside, half a dozen Irishmen walked into the Katoomba lodge, nostalgic for a traditional winter Christmas.
From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2025
Farrell, who won back-to-back Six Nations titles playing in this style with Ireland, included 15 Irishmen in his initial touring squad.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2025
Riding to victory on these votes, the Irish politicians filled city jobs—policemen, firemen—with their fellow Irishmen, who in turn watched protectively over the Irish and eastern European communities.
From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield
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