national anthem

British  

noun

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

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Example Sentences

They’re at risk after not singing the national anthem at a match in Australia.

From The Wall Street Journal

The Iranian women’s soccer team refrained from singing the national anthem at an Asian Cup match last week in Queensland, Australia.

From The Wall Street Journal

Fears for Iran's women's team grew after they declined to sing the national anthem ahead of their first match against South Korea last week.

From BBC

It features a modified clip of Tkachuk speaking at a news conference for last year's 4 Nations Face-Off, during which Canadians booed the US national anthem.

From BBC

After winning a competition to be an England mascot, he spent the days running up to England's meeting with Italy learning the words to the national anthem.

From BBC