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nation

[ney-shuhn] / ˈneɪ ʃən /


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Since then, you have been unable, and the Treasury has been unwilling, to commit the resources that the nation needs to defend the country at this time of rising threats.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Indonesia is the world's fourth most populous nation and a net oil importer.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

“Now we are a pure soccer nation with vibrant leagues at all levels.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

On the evidence of the Scots' warm-up displays, there are signs they can achieve that against a similarly-ranked nation this weekend.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“Whether started deliberately or accidentally, global war would leave civilization in a shambles,” Eisenhower warned the nation.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin




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