- plural of tribe.
Example Sentences
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Though gone from the stomachs of people in the industrialised world, the bacteria has been detected among tribes in Africa and South America, Sarhan said.
From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026
The findings may also prove valuable for Native American tribes located within or near the park.
From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026
Other groups, including local tribes and environmental justice organizations, are watching the state’s efforts closely for potential effects such as sediment disruption and erosion, changes in whale migration and pollution from construction.
From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026
Open to follow, we convened a panel of tennis style experts to break down the dress codes for each tournament, and to dig into the style tribes you’ll want to join this summer.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
American Indians were considered unsuitable as slaves, largely because native tribes were clearly in a position to fight back.
From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
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