old country

Example Sentences

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Americans could be forgiven for wondering what is the point of the old country beyond some fine costume drama, a smattering of challenging golf courses, and a cheap alternative for their children’s education.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

Irish potatoes are about as Irish as spaghetti and meatballs are Italian — a product of immigrant communities in America rather than the old country itself.

From Salon • Mar. 17, 2026

The bulk of Maniscalco’s most recognizable bits revolve around stories about his hairdresser father, Salvo, whose no-nonsense immigrant wisdom is exported from the old country.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 8, 2024

“I take it back to the old country boy saying that you can’t put 10 pounds of potatoes in a 5-pound sack,” Nelson said.

From Science Magazine • Apr. 15, 2024

He spoke in the serious, hushed voice he had used with Mami those last few days in the old country.

From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez