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Example Sentences

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People who choose to buy into SpaceX’s IPO next week are betting largely on its data center operation, which makes up much of its expected future growth.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Although the octopuses did not always choose the shortest path, they became faster at reaching the correct location as the trials progressed.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

They have to choose whether to give financial gifts to all their children equally, or to parcel it out based on who has the greatest needs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Rory McIlroy says he will continue to "pick and choose" the events he plays on the PGA Tour's new-look schedule "because it brings balance to my life".

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

“Who knows if she’s real or not? But it is something I choose to believe in.”

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy