compatriot

Example Sentences

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But Hansen saw in his compatriot much of what he aspired to be: a fighter pilot and an astronaut.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

His opening match at the Australian Open nearly ended quickly against compatriot Marcos Giron, who Tien trailed by a break in the fourth set before turning the match around to win in five sets.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

Before twice overturning leads by Inter, they beat Manchester City, led by compatriot Erling Braut Haaland, 3-1 in Norway, and also toppled Atletico 2-1 in Madrid.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

This time he will be up against fifth-seeded fellow American Paul, who rallied to beat fourth-seeded compatriot Learner Tien 4-6, 6-4, 6-3.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

The man who hung back joined his compatriot.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner