national anthem
Britishnoun
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According to South Korean media, the flag was eventually raised properly, but only after the national anthem ended.
From Barron's ● Oct. 4, 2026
"When the national anthem was played and the gold medal was around my neck, I was so excited and happy," Xinhua news agency quoted her as saying.
From Barron's ● Oct. 1, 2026
Carol Breed, who backs the Detroit Lions, considered travelling to Highmark Stadium from her home in Battle Creek, Michigan, after she heard they would play the Canadian national anthem.
From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026
Organisers have apologised for playing the North Korean national anthem for the South Korean men's hockey team at the Asian Games in Japan.
From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026
It had started last year, because some parents were concerned that their children did not know the national anthem or the pledge.
From "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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