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Sikh

[seek, sik] / sik, sɪk /
NOUN
adherent of Sikhism
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The Asian Law Caucus and Sikh Coalition sued California’s DMV on behalf of drivers who faced cancellation of their licenses.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 31, 2026

Deadly accidents in Florida and San Bernardino County last year brought scrutiny to Sikh Punjabi truck drivers, who make up an estimated 20% of the U.S. trucking workforce.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 31, 2026

This is evident in the depiction of Kip, a Sikh man finding his way in the English world of colonialism.

From Salon Jul. 28, 2026

The holy scripture contains the hymns and teachings of the Sikh Gurus, along with compositions by saint-poets from different spiritual traditions.

From BBC Jul. 6, 2026

Now I look at him and think Sikh.

From "The Night Diary" by Veera Hiranandani

Many Sikhs fled the violence to the U.S. and Canada.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 9, 2026

Although the Akal Takht has no constitutional authority over elected governments, it wields immense religious influence among Sikhs.

From BBC Jul. 6, 2026

Mousley said Digwa was carrying a knife in a sheath, as well as a second, larger dagger linked to his tradition as a member of the Nihang order of Sikhs.

From BBC Jun. 6, 2026

Digwa, a Sikh, was carrying both a small sheathed dagger, known as a kirpan, and a second larger dagger in his belt, which is worn by some Sikhs.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 3, 2026

There were Sikhs from the Punjab who never cut their hair but tucked it all up under their turbans.

From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan




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