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tribal

[trahy-buhl] / ˈtraɪ bəl /
ADJECTIVE
of or characteristic of a tribe or tribes
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Only in recent years, through a tribal nonprofit, have they been able to work in certain areas.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 19, 2026

The department advised the commission not to create the new marine protected areas and instead pursue tribal management opportunities in a separate process.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 19, 2026

College football—a resilient, tribal, often thrilling American sports tradition forever chasing its next terrible idea—is closing in on its latest scheme:

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 2026

"There'll be the tribal fans' response to punish Manchester City as much as we can, relegate them, fine them, do whatever you can," added Southgate.

From BBC ● Oct. 15, 2026

Some wear tribal makeup, white paint drawn on their faces in intricate and artistic designs.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer


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