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Example Sentences

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He has been day-to-day since injuring his right ankle against Orlando on March 21.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

It slandered jurors in criminal trials for refusing to find people guilty for alleged crimes against the government.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

Saints' comeback nearly failed to get going as Hastings dotted down against his former club under pressure from Field as he just about squeezed the ball down before he went in to touch.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

These are nervous times unless, as suggested here, you invest in inflation-protected Treasury bonds, or TIPS, which give you some cushion against the risks of inflation.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

He pushed his palms against his eyes to fight his tears of disappointment and heartbreak.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith