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internationals

n. plural-only
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌɪntɝˈnæʃənəɫz// UK //ˌɪntənˈæʃənəlz// in·ter·na·tion·als

n. people from other countries who are living in a specific place, or sports matches played between different countries.

n. refers to foreign nationals residing in a country or to sporting competitions held between national teams.


SIMPLE

The city is home to many internationals working in tech.

CONTEXTUAL

The local community center organizes weekly meetups to help internationals adjust to life in the new city.

COMPLEX

While the club has a strong local following, it also attracts many internationals who have relocated to the capital for diplomatic or academic purposes.

Synonyms
Usage

Plural form of 'international'; takes a plural verb. In a sporting context, it refers to the matches themselves or the players selected for a national team.

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