Example Sentences

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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

Henry Patten and Neal Skupski - who play with non-British partners - remain in the draw.

From BBC • Jan. 23, 2026

A Home Office online scheme also exists to verify the status of some non-British or Irish citizens, whose immigration status is held electronically.

From BBC • Sep. 25, 2025

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

In my regular, non-British accent I say to Violet, “It’s time to start wandering.”

From "All The Bright Places" by Jennifer Niven