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Example Sentences

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“Origin has always held a deep conviction in the potential of Kraken,” Origin Chief Executive Frank Calabria said.

From The Wall Street Journal

China's military drills around Taiwan entered their second day on Tuesday, the sixth major manoeuvres Beijing has held near the self-ruled island in recent years.

From Barron's

The army held occasional, heavily-managed elections, but she refused to allow her party to take part.

From BBC

She is being held on $2-million bail and faces life in prison if convicted.

From Los Angeles Times

The 92-year-old, who has held office for 43 years, was sworn in for an eighth term, which could see him rule until he is almost 100.

From BBC