tribal

Example Sentences

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Olstad, who is not a tribal member, is also losing her job.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

But it can’t be taken literally; otherwise it would include tribal Indians.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

The regulations are a turning point in a decades-long fight between tribal casinos and the cardroom industry.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

“The AGA strongly supports this bipartisan effort, led by senators Schiff and Curtis, to uphold state and tribal sovereignty and protect consumers by ensuring sports- and gambling-related contracts are prohibited.”

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

Had it not been for the tribal law which forbade children from intruding in adult conversations, I would have long said something, for I too had strong opinions about what was being discussed.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane