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Example Sentences
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What if Sam Curran had not defended 10 runs in the final over against Nepal to avoid an all-timer of a shock at the T20 World Cup?
From BBC ● Jun. 24, 2026
Wood conceded 14 runs from the 19th over against Nepal on Sunday in taking 1-31 from three overs.
From Barron's ● Feb. 10, 2026
Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Ronwen Williams became the first to fall foul of the rule when he was penalised in the final 10 minutes of his side's 1-0 win over against Ulsan Hyundai.
From BBC ● Jun. 20, 2025
It has a constellation of green and pink rhinestones all over, against bursts of bright red stitching.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 8, 2025
A tanker stood over against Seaside, taking on oil.
From "Cannery Row" by John Steinbeck
