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

The title takes its name from a folk song about longing and separation that is often dubbed South Korea's unofficial national anthem.

From Barron's

Beginning with "Body to Body" and ending with "Into the Sun", the 14-track "ARIRANG" album takes its name from a folk song about longing and separation that is often dubbed South Korea's unofficial national anthem.

From Barron's

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

From The Wall Street Journal

The latest heartache for Dutchmen was an edict making it a crime to sing the “Wilhelmus,” our national anthem.

From Literature

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