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Example Sentences

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It went to the House and died, and Americans continue to change their clocks twice a year against their own clearly stated will, like a nation under a curse.

From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026

The visitors had to respond and thought they had forced over at a ruck through Marcell Coetzee but the TMO ruled against them.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

There had been unrest at the location during an initial protest in late May against preparatory onsite work during installation of barbed wire to cordon off the area.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

Fed Chair Kevin Warsh’s real battle will be against the rate hawks who see a healthier economy and reach for the handcuffs.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

I find it annoying that Dr. Crowchild’s plants always look so bright and healthy, while the one I’ve been trying to keep alive seems to fight against my efforts willing it to thrive.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam