be present
Example Sentences
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She told ProPublica she happened to be present in the committee room when Murphy made the case for his bill.
From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026
Emphasize that it would be better for them to be present — not only to help you, but also to haggle with shoppers and ensure their items are selling for prices they feel are appropriate.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
Under the House version of the bill, two crew members would have to be present on every train, though European trains operate safely with one.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
“Why are we, once again, waiting around for a disabled person to be present to even think about changing things or accommodating things,” Bode said in her initial video.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026
My legal adviser, Joe Slovo, could not be present as he was confined to Johannesburg by bans and I was ably assisted instead by Bob Hepple.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
