U.K.
abbreviation
United Kingdom.
U.K.
Americanabbreviation
UK
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British
abbreviation
uk
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British
abbreviation
Example Sentences
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UK government officials are in talks with Pakistan about the possibility of deporting a Rochdale grooming gang ringleader to the country.
From BBC • Jul. 3, 2026
“It explores how the UK financial system, beyond just the traditional banking sector, would respond to a market shock and is the first exercise of its kind globally.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 3, 2026
"We are more than thankful for the protection given us by the police and the UK authorities."
From BBC • Jul. 3, 2026
The group aims to prevent people dropping out of work due to ill-health and encourage those signed off to come back, with official figures showing the issue costs the UK £212bn a year.
From BBC • Jul. 3, 2026
“She got a UK phone, with a different number.”
From "Genuine Fraud" by E. Lockhart
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