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national anthem

British

noun

a patriotic hymn or other song adopted by a nation for use on public or state occasions

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Beginning with "Body to Body" and ending with "Into the Sun", the 14-track "ARIRANG" album takes its name from a folk song about longing and separation that is often dubbed South Korea's unofficial national anthem.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

We remove our caps for the national anthem.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

They did so out of fear that they would face retribution at home for their refusal to sing the Iranian national anthem at a tournament in Australia.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026

There was concern in Australia that members of the team and their families might face repercussions in Iran after the players refused to sing the national anthem.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

Besides the national anthem, I never knew so many songs were written about America.

From "Towers Falling" by Jewell Parker Rhodes

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