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national anthem

British

noun

a patriotic hymn or other song adopted by a nation for use on public or state occasions

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Some of the team initially sought asylum after they declined to sing the national anthem during a match.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

They had initially sought humanitarian visas to stay in Australia after concerns the team would face repercussions for staying silent during Iran's national anthem at their opening Asian Cup match.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

We remove our caps for the national anthem.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

Seven members of the team competing in the Women's Asian Cup had sought sanctuary in Australia after they were branded "traitors" at home for refusing to sing the national anthem.

From Barron's • Mar. 15, 2026

He stood for the national anthem and the announcement of the starting lineup.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty

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