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Example Sentences

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“Worcestershire sauce brushed lightly on the crust before baking adds a savory depth to frozen pizzas,” says another.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

Harry Byrne walloped the restart after Lucu's try dead, and while Bielle-Biarrey also kicked one long, the ball brushed Keenan's hand on its way through.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

Landry, in an interview with The Wall Street Journal, brushed off such criticism.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Investors brushed aside a conservative fiscal-year forecast, focusing on the retailer’s strong-than-expected quarterly profit and sales.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

I was so focused that I about jumped out of my skin when someone brushed something across my cheek.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin