old countries

plural of old country

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for old countries
Noun
  • Al-Rasheed has also been a leader in urban development across Saudi Arabia and represents Saudi Arabia as a lead on Urban 20, which brings together mayors from major cities in G20 countries.
    Diane Brady, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2025
  • The project aims to build a research base on the Moon for use by participating countries by the early 2030s.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • However, Carol was eliminated ahead of hometowns and Peg made it to the final three instead.
    Dina Kaur, AZCentral.com, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Many were unable to return to their prewar hometowns.
    Susan H. Kamei, The Conversation, 17 Oct. 2025
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“Old countries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/old%20countries. Accessed 1 Nov. 2025.

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