be present
Example Sentences
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TB: I don’t know that I’d sit and think about the long game as much as I think about trying to be present.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
Because methylsiloxanes appear to be present almost everywhere in the atmosphere, researchers say people are likely inhaling them continuously.
From Science Daily • May 13, 2026
A law designed to force criminals to be present in the dock for their sentencing hearings has been given Royal Assent and is now law.
From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026
Fear "will always be present because of the anxiety that comes with defending territory," Morales told AFP.
From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026
I will, however, require at least one of you to be present at each of my gleanings.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
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