French

Example Sentences

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The French CAC 40 was up 0.4%, helped by a 1% gain for energy technology group Schneider Electric.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 3, 2026

But when shown a picture of him in a French courtroom in 2016, he did not deny it was him.

From BBC • Jul. 3, 2026

When asked by French business newspaper Les Echos if she would take part in the French political debate if geopolitical turbulence eases, Lagarde said: “It’s possible.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 3, 2026

After the explosion at an apartment building near Monaco's border with France, a suspect was seen fleeing towards the French commune of Beausoleil.

From BBC • Jul. 3, 2026

“Yes, I can see well enough,” I managed in the French that still tasted new on my tongue, and then tried to figure out what else a competent, sophisticated girl might say in response.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse