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Example Sentences

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Customers are a lot less likely to blink at a $65 duck breast.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

With his foot to the floor, Rosenqvist edged his car in front and took the checkered flag by just 0.02 seconds, barely the blink of an eye.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

If you were on the grand jury, can you blink twice if you were under duress?

From Slate • May 2, 2026

If there are any setbacks, they could lead to a wasted season in the blink of an eye.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

I peek out from behind the truck, and I blink a few times to make sure I’m seeing right.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas