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Example Sentences

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MPs and peers have been presented with proposals to refurbish the ailing Palace of Westminster and will decide what to do, in votes that are yet to be scheduled.

From BBC

You say your ailing, aging relative is no longer your problem and that they have acted impulsively and shown little gratitude for your past help.

From MarketWatch

For countries like Germany, the “Build With Ukraine” initiative allows them to couple state subsidies with Ukrainian innovation, revitalizing sluggish economies and retooling ailing factories.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related: ‘I am fearful’: My ailing relative is being forced into assisted living.

From MarketWatch

Enthusiastic about the warming weather, Commander Kane sent seven ailing crew members out to explore and hunt for fresh meat.

From Literature