national anthem
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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What a national anthem from the Mexican people.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
Supporters who only months earlier had worried about immigration enforcement were now singing the Mexican national anthem, waving Mexican flags and wearing El Tri shirts in public fan zones packed with families.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
Jota’s image was shown on the big screen during the playing of Portugal’s national anthem before the game.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 3, 2026
As the U.S. geared up to take on Paraguay and Australia, packed stadiums proudly belted our national anthem.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 23, 2026
Dean Thomas hopped three times around the room, singing the national anthem.
From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling
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