national anthem
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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The national anthem was then played, followed by around 16 minutes of silence before the regular programme resumed.
From Barron's ● Aug. 10, 2026
The Welsh national anthem was played for the first time in Glasgow during these Games with Evans at the top of the podium.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
"When you're competing overseas and the national anthem plays, it's a completely different feeling," she says.
From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026
Thousands have shown up in the capital Kyiv since last week, beating makeshift cardboard signs and singing the Ukrainian national anthem.
From Barron's ● Jul. 20, 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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