island

Example Sentences

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The story by William Golding, about young boys stranded on an island who descend into bloody chaos, left a "profound scar" on Thorne and, years later, he's adapting it into a four-part BBC series.

From BBC

For Miskelly, visits to the Jersey Zoo were a highlight of childhood holidays to the island that he hopes future generations will get to experience.

From BBC

While most advise caution due to the shortages of fuel, power and other basics, Argentina has advised its nationals to avoid the island altogether.

From Barron's

Epstein, who died behind bars in 2019, owned an island in the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times

Our school bus takes all the North Shore stops, starting in Waipi‘o and curving around the top of O‘ahu, then down the east side of the island.

From Literature