Philippine
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- anti-Philippine adjective
- pro-Philippine adjective
Example Sentences
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The Philippine government this week declared a state of national energy emergency, saying the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is resulting in “imminent danger” to the country’s energy supply.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026
It follows calls from several senators, who urged Marcos to acknowledge the "emergency-level" hardship faced by Philippine families due to soaring oil prices.
From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026
Hundreds of Philippine tricycle drivers lined up Tuesday in Manila for cash handouts they hope will provide temporary relief from a war-driven surge in fuel prices that has left the country scrambling for short-term answers.
From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026
“Oil sensitive currencies such as the rupee, Philippine peso and won are more vulnerable,” the senior currency analyst says.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026
After that, hounded by what happened in a Philippine jungle and the ghosts of a thousand men who didn’t escape it, his steadfast disdain for cowardice turned to obsession.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
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