citizen
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Settlers near Nablus since Sunday have blockaded Palestinian homes, including one owned by a US citizen, with residents saying they have been cut off from food and other supplies.
From Barron's ● Aug. 13, 2026
Many have wondered what will happen when families are separated: Who will care for the U.S.-born, citizen children who may be left behind?
From Salon ● Aug. 12, 2026
Hilton became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 2021 and last year renounced his British citizenship.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
Clarke was born in Vancouver and was a dual citizen of Canada and the USA.
From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026
At forty-four, Mollie could finally spend her money as she pleased, and was recognized as a full-fledged American citizen.
From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann
"To those citizens who preferred the ideas presented by our opponents, we hear you, and we will continue to work for you," he added.
From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026
Perhaps, someday in the future, the spirit of 2020 will be revived with a new galvanizing philosophy: Most of our fellow citizens might actually be good people.
From Slate ● Aug. 17, 2026
Garrison called local TV stations and set up interviews with sick senior citizens who live in the park.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 16, 2026
China has since warned its citizens against travel to Japan and imposed trade restrictions, while also conducting regular patrols around disputed islands.
From Barron's ● Aug. 15, 2026
Stalin’s government hadn’t ever encouraged outspokenness among its citizens.
From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein
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