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Example Sentences
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“For us to conclude that a law of 160 years’ vintage, with this kind of empirical pedigree, has all along been both unnecessary and improper, would border on rationalist conceit.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026
Gomez added that while attempts to pull licenses border on folly, Carr’s threats and attacks on the media can create a chilling effect and erode the public’s confidence in the press.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026
Product designers are hatching new ways to rouse them that border on diabolical.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026
We had travelled into the dangerous area, about 12km from the Niger border, on Saturday under police escort and with extra security personnel for protection.
From BBC • Dec. 28, 2025
The first streaks of evening lay against the sky like a purple border on a blue sari.
From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan
