Example Sentences

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The government says all passengers must hold a valid travel document and non-British dependants will require a valid visa or permission to enter or remain that was granted for more than six months.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

In 2000 Tillmans became the first photographer and first non-British artist to win the prestigious Turner Award.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

Including caretakers and interim appointments, there have been 92 non-British and Irish managers in Premier League history.

From BBC • Jan. 14, 2026

After American-born “No Time to Die” director Cary Joji Fukunaga, the French-Canadian Villeneuve will be only the second non-British director in the history of the Bond franchise.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2025

“I want to help my mom out. Things are tight at home,” she said, a trace of a non-British accent underlining her words.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie