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Example Sentences

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The success has given him the freedom to buy his parents a house and a nice car.

From Los Angeles Times

While Chen bristled when he was given the “Quad King” nickname, Malinin leans into his alter ego.

From Los Angeles Times

It has given a home to talented writers and genuine experts who were poorly served by traditional institutions.

From Salon

That shouldn’t be too surprising given the number of openings continue to decline, while the monthly hiring rate External link is at levels last seen after the 2007-09 recession.

From Barron's

Now this exploration of the possibilities of the afterlife has been given one of its own.

From The Wall Street Journal