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Islamic

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[is-lahm-ik, iz-lahm-ik] / ɪsˈlɑm ɪk, ɪzˈlɑm ɪk /

adjective

  1. of or relating to Islam, its adherents, or the nations and cultures where it is the majority religion.

  2. promoting or making use of the principles of Islam.


Example Sentences

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The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps ordered all ships via radio to avoid the area, the German publication Bild reported Friday, citing unconfirmed reports.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 19, 2026

Once a final agreement is reached on the Islamic republic's nuclear program, the United States will facilitate the release of a $300 billion reconstruction fund supported by regional nations, according to the deal.

From Barron's • Jun. 18, 2026

It was to come out of the conflict with the Islamic Republic intact, its leadership still functioning and its negotiating position not completely broken.

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026

He asked the court to rule in the case of a Pakistani native who was investigated by the FBI for his suspected ties to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026

“I kept complaining about all the things she was doing. Like this Fun-Fun-Fun Islamic Quiz Game thing.”

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali

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