be something

Example Sentences

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We were 6 years old just dreaming to be something or being like, “I could do this.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

Kevin Warsh is becoming Federal Reserve chair at a pivotal moment for the U.S. economy — forcing him to be something other than the disruptor he hoped to be.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

What emerges in our musical daydreams might be something to hold on to.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

"A fair compromise would be something a bit more tailored to what we actually do and what we offer," she said.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

“Well, that would be something, wouldn’t it, ’Saiah?” he said.

From "Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero" by Kelly J. Baptist