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Example Sentences

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It will compete against “One Battle After Another” for the cast award at the Actor Awards on Sunday.

From Los Angeles Times

The Lakers won their first game after the break against the Clippers before losing to Boston, Orlando and Phoenix.

From Los Angeles Times

Phones rattled against the tabletop with constant texts.

From Los Angeles Times

The Supreme Court has not yet ruled on the penalty against Meta and the case is still being heard in court.

From BBC

Hayden, from Cardiff, said she did briefly consider wearing her mum's old wedding dress but decided against it because it was no longer in fashion.

From BBC