Example Sentences

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The court ruling reflects a trend toward relying on state authority and programs, said Ben Grumbles, executive director of the nonpartisan Environmental Council of the States.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 30, 2023

Earlier this year Maryland Environment Secretary Ben Grumbles promised the legislature he would ramp up efforts, but only after lawmakers reviewed reports of how much the situation had deteriorated.

From Salon • Jun. 19, 2022

“I hope it’ll mean even greater investments in smart coastal management and investing in infrastructure that . . . is not going to be underwater imminently,” state Environment Secretary Ben Grumbles said when the evaluation was released.

From Washington Post • Mar. 31, 2022

There are light sabers in the film that remind me of “Star Wars,” and Grumbles that are designed by Jim Henson’s company.

From Salon • Apr. 27, 2019

Susan went back downstairs and found Grandpa Grumbles asleep by the fire.

From Snubby Nose and Tippy Toes by Smith, Laura Rountree