Sentence examples for nations given from inspiring English sources

We could blame Australia, New Zealand and England for selecting players who have already played for minor nations, given how many other players they have to choose from.

So those who want to see Ireland, Afghanistan and other nations given an opportunity to regular cricket against better opposition have their wish.

Others — like at least some of the Japanese — helped train spies who had little chance to learn about other nations, given their reclusive leaders' absolute control on news and penchant for propaganda.

Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, the summit's host, said participants should seize the opportunity to press developed nations, "given their responsibility in the financial and economic crisis," to live up to their obligations in helping developing nations cope with the fallout.

But Stern said he thought the breakthrough in China would drive further action by other nations: "Given the international political and economic structures we now have to manage climate change, I think it will be very influential on others".

Foreign capital infusion has produced internal migration in developing nations given the transition from agricultural to industrial and service economies.

Delegates from almost 200 nations gave standing ovations and whistles.

All nations give special, fawning attention to their own teams.

Increased leisure in the industrial nations gives more people the opportunity to enjoy this relaxing pursuit.

Until then, rich nations gave money directly to African governments and mostly financed the buildup of infrastructure.

Because it was a more even contest, because both nations gave it everything and because it was a sustained drama, with the right result, honorably decided.