islands

Example Sentences

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His descendent, also Sir Hew Dalrymple, said he was "delighted" to now pass on stewardship of both islands and felt the charity was better placed than him to protect it.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

"In a moment where social media and AI and politics create islands, this is something that feels organic, a sharing of language, of goals."

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

The term can include people with roots in dozens of countries from Sri Lanka to China’s border with Russia to Pacific islands, with completely different exposure patterns and cuisines.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Many of Jamaica's peppers are sold to neighbouring Caribbean islands.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

I looked at the islands scattered along the lower half of Mr. Patterson’s map and settled into the back seat to dig up a postcard for Fred.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen