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Bruneian

American  
[broo-nahy-uhn, broo-nay-uhn] / brʊˈnaɪ ən, brʊˈneɪ ən /

adjective

  1. relating to, living in, or coming from Brunei.


noun

plural

Bruneians
  1. a native or inhabitant of Brunei.

Example Sentences

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In one bar we met a group of Bruneian men, all non-Muslims, enjoying a night out.

From BBC • May 9, 2019

UK Foreign Minister Jeremy Hunt said on Thursday he had spoken to the Bruneian foreign minister who had suggested that Sharia prosecutions were, in practice, unlikely.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2019

“Strong religious values with rich heritage of tradition and culture form the very foundation of the unique Bruneian identity.”

From New York Times • Apr. 12, 2019

One 40-year-old gay Bruneian currently seeking asylum in Canada, said the impact of the new penal code was already being felt in Brunei.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2019

“It is an Islamic country and so with respect to the law, churches need to keep decorations indoors,” said a Christian Bruneian, unfazed by the strict rules.

From The Guardian • Dec. 23, 2015

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