Example Sentences

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He took the Owls to the Final Four—and within a buzzer-beater of reaching the national championship game.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

After his death, Pine settles into a requisite life in London as Alex Goodwin, a member of an unexciting intelligence unit called the Night Owls.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 11, 2026

The Owls have been in administration since October, ending 10 years under the ownership of Dejphon Chansiri.

From BBC • Dec. 24, 2025

Next season, the Owls will begin on zero points.

From BBC • Dec. 1, 2025

Owls hooted and left their perches, spreading pale wings over the black ground.

From "The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm" by Nancy Farmer