Washington

Example Sentences

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Washington says Iran eventually could access some seized assets but the U.S. won’t deliver any money upfront or commit to specific amounts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

He has framed his campaign around his lifetime of work in politics and his credibility working both in Congress in Washington DC and in California in state office.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

It comes several days after Washington and Tehran exchanged strikes, in an escalation that threatened a shaky ceasefire between the two countries.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

In both instances, decisions emanating from Washington that affected the dollar’s international exchange rate also reflected pressures relating to U.S. politics.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

“You don’t deny that you go to Washington in the middle of the night? Mr. Dannenberg, I think we both know that there are things in this conversation that we are not saying.”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse