alley
Example Sentences
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Even in its crispy-fried satisfaction, this San Ginés alley has always been a thinker’s refuge.
From Salon • Jun. 23, 2026
On Saturday, MFA Bowl said the bowling alley would remain closed "until further notice".
From BBC • Jun. 14, 2026
Down a dark alley, I see guys with some of his friends engaged in a business of some sort.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
Maine recently passed a moratorium on data centers larger than 20 megawatts until November 2027, and electricity-supply issues are dominating conversations in Virginia—colloquially known as data-center alley.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
Once they were back in the alley, Cat leaned on the wall.
From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn
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