First recorded in 1935–40; Pakistan ( def. ) + -ī a suffix indicating relationship or origin
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"This crisis has shown how dangerous the job can become," says Pakistani sailor Kamil, who spoke to the BBC using an alias.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
"It is really strange that everything looks normal outside, but people inside are not calm," says the Pakistani sailor, who doesn't want to use his real name.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
The Muslim house of worship was a Pakistani Sunday school operating out of a warehouse in Lorton, Virginia.
From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026
Rubio later said to reporters of the Pakistani visit: "Hopefully that'll advance this further."
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
I never thought I’d actually miss eating Pakistani food for lunch.
From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan
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