wai
Britishnoun
Etymology
Origin of wai
Māori
Example Sentences
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Mr. Wai was also found guilty of misconduct in public office for misusing government computer systems to search for sensitive information.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
He and Wai were introduced at a restaurant in London's Chinatown by Chu Ting Tang, a prominent figure in the area is known to be sympathetic to the Chinese government's policies in Hong Kong.
From BBC • May 7, 2026
Peter Wai, a British border force officer and police constable, helped with information-gathering and surveillance.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
Chi Leung "Peter" Wai, 38, used his access to the main immigration database to track Hong Kong dissidents based in the UK.
From BBC • May 7, 2026
“Really? I thought if we studied the Ala Wai Canal . . .” She trails off.
From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila
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