immigrant
noun
a person who migrates to another country, usually for permanent residence.
nonimmigrant
-
a word derived from
immigrant.
Example Sentences
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The U visa is a nonimmigrant status granted to victims of some crimes who have suffered mental or physical abuse and who cooperate with the government in the prosecution of their cases.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 22, 2026
Some have graduated and are pursuing an H-1B visa, a nonimmigrant legal authorization that allows them to work for a specific company in the U.S.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 2, 2023
People who have temporary nonimmigrant work visas, such as seasonal farmworkers, can apply for exemptions.
From New York Times ● Jun. 16, 2023
Lawyers said the migrants are seeking U-1 nonimmigrant visas, or U Visas, that are set aside for victims of certain crimes who suffer mental or physical abuse or can help law enforcement investigate crimes.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 14, 2022
Malkiel was a vocal proponent of women’s equality and the right to vote, though she was wary of the upper-class, nonimmigrant women who tended to lead women’s suffrage groups.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 8, 2022
