bellwether

Example Sentences

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Those screenings are a good bellwether for whether a child is struggling to see in class, said Chung with Western University.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

The first bellwether there is set to begin in Oakland this summer.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026

They believe the outcome bodes well for the eight bellwether trials set to follow in the months ahead.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

The group—regarded as a bellwether for U.K. retail—has accounted for $20 million of additional costs likely to arise from the conflict, including fuel and air freight.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Yes, I did see her, the brazen bellwether!

From East Lynne by Wood, Henry, Mrs.