Example Sentences

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There, Xi hosted Trump and his delegation at the Great Hall of the People for a day of meetings and a banquet dinner of Peking duck and pan-fried pork buns.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

John Legend dressed in traditional Peking opera wear.

From Slate • Mar. 13, 2026

The menu skews Asian fusion, with sushi, dim sum, wagyu and — unsurprisingly — Peking duck as the centerpiece, served with pancakes, hoisin and scallions.

From Salon • Mar. 7, 2026

Her parents separated when she was young and she was raised by her mother Yan Gu - reportedly a successful venture capitalist with degrees from Peking University and Stanford.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2026

Ralph’s heart rumbled like a Peking Opera drum; it was the crescendo before — crash of the cymbals! — a hero appeared.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen