Etymology
Origin of thae
First recorded in 1575–85; representing north and Scots development of Middle English, Old English thā, plural of thæt that
Example Sentences
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Former North Korean diplomat Thae Yong Ho, who has since resettled in the South, told the BBC that Kim Yong Nam never uttered a word that was regarded as problematic by the regime.
From BBC
"Kim Yong Nam is the perfect role model of how to survive for a long time in North Korea," Thae said, adding that he avoided criticism from within the party by maintain a "clean" reputation.
From BBC
Experts including Thae Young-ho, a former North Korean diplomat who defected to South Korea in 2016, say this makes Kim Yo Jong’s role all the more crucial.
From Los Angeles Times
In an interview with South Korean media in 2023, Thae expressed his belief that the Kim family’s grip on the country may not survive another generation, arguing that ordinary North Koreans were increasingly disillusioned by dynastic rule.
From Los Angeles Times
“Politics of hate, anger and violence must be put to an end,” Thae, a former North Korean diplomat who defected to South Korea in 2016, said in Facebook post.
From Seattle Times
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