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Example Sentences

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Just weeks ago, a group of world-leading scientists warned Fifa that its current heat safety measures for the World Cup were "inadequate" and could put players at risk of serious harm.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Shipments to the world's biggest economy hit $39 billion, according to the GAC, up from $28.8 billion 12 months ago.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

In several cases, these concretions sealed off the interior lining, preserving pieces of fabric that would normally have decayed long ago.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

Tipp said it now looks as though the economy could have supported a higher fed-funds rate some time ago.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

‘Now it’s back. Yesterday our scouts returned from the west. They’d found many kills, right down to the Sea. The Whale Clan told them that three days ago, it took a child.’

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver