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Example Sentences

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"The fact that some of the Asgards, which are our ancestors, were able to use oxygen fits in with this very well," Baker said.

From Science Daily

"To be able to persevere through that period and finally get a fix for that was great."

From BBC

All the staff are able to cope being around the environment and I think that's so important.

From BBC

This would give the government greater powers to oversee acquisitions and mergers, with the secretary of state able to intervene if a deal threatens the public interest.

From BBC

“For us to be able to come back here is great. Hopefully we can make a positive impact this week.”

From Los Angeles Times