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Example Sentences

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The wish tags hanging on the “Wish Tree” feature various hopes and dreams that are written in a number of different languages.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Henderson said there had been "sporadic pockets of disorder" in a number of locations across Northern Ireland on Tuesday night.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The SpaceX prospectus claims a number of advantages, including the alleged cost advantage of running solar-powered data farms in space.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Sigma said it will acquire a 75% interest in a number of stores.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Just before departing, Bass consulted with a number of land archaeologists whose opinions he valued.

From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler