be present
Example Sentences
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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
"Change must come, Serbia must become a democratic state, the rule of law must be present for everyone, meaning the rule of law equally for everyone," he said.
From Barron's • May 23, 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
Mr. Montsisi had been told he couldn’t be present when I was being “interviewed.”
From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane
