Emerald Isle

British  

noun

1. a poetic name for Ireland

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Example Sentences

The Emerald Isle has benefited disproportionately from the creation of a world that American security, American capitalism and American sacrifice helped build.

From The Wall Street Journal

Could the traditional green jacket look better on anyone not from the Emerald Isle?

From Los Angeles Times

The gift of the traditional shamrock bowl was given a warm reception by the president, while the vice-president's attempts at celebrating the heritage of the Emerald Isle was less so.

From BBC

She says this visit marks her 21st time in the Emerald Isle.

From BBC

The Emerald Isle will almost certainly retain some representation in top level US politics when Joe Biden leaves the White House in January.

From BBC