North African
Britishadjective
noun
Example Sentences
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The North African country has been described as the world’s largest humanitarian challenge, notably in terms of displacement and hunger.
From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026
The ideas of the 4th Century North African theologian, such as community and humility, have helped shape the current leader of the Catholic Church.
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
Indeed, there’s shakshuka: a popular North African and Middle Eastern dish that’s essentially eggs poached in a simmering tomato sauce spiced with cumin, paprika and cayenne pepper.
From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026
Pope Leo XIV will visit four African nations in April, the Vatican said Thursday, including Algeria -- the first time a pope will travel to the North African Muslim nation.
From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026
The door was opened by a pleasant-featured woman of forty or so who looked North African.
From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman
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