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Example Sentences

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We should just accept that we’re better off living in a van – er, cabin by the river.

From Salon • Mar. 23, 2026

But, er, if he didn’t game it out, how did he know it would be good?

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

That will involve growing earnings by a mere … er … 37% a year, on average, for 10 years.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 7, 2025

"No offence to anyone and, er, thanks for caring," he said.

From BBC • Sep. 3, 2025

Since his wife had read the letter from Abelman, her mind must have been working ov er the matter from every angle.

From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole