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Example Sentences

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He was able to keep his L.A. job as an editor for the Discovery Channel, which brings in about $180,000 a year.

From The Wall Street Journal

Despite their poor run, I still see the Seagulls as being able to cause anyone problems.

From BBC

He will be able to accomplish some of his policy goals on his own and without significant expense, government experts said.

From BBC

"Through the founder and the CosRX team, we were able to learn their approach to formula innovation and how to respond more quickly to consumer needs," Mr Kim from Amorepacific said.

From BBC

Officials also confirmed there was more than one exit from the building, but added they were "not currently able to say" whether the emergency exit was open or closed at the time.

From BBC