center upon
Example Sentences
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He got a temporary job at a recycling center upon leaving prison, but said it was made clear to him that his criminal record would keep him from getting hired there full time.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 9, 2023
Mothershead asked about Davenport's orders to law enforcement to take children to the detention center upon arrest.
From Salon • Oct. 11, 2021
Afghan refugees walk to a bus taking them to a processing center upon arrival at Dulles International Airport in Dulles, Virginia, U.S.,
From Reuters • Aug. 31, 2021
One of the more intriguing position battles in camp is for the right guard spot vacated by Billy Price, who moved over to center upon the departure of All-American Pat Elflein.
From Washington Times • Aug. 9, 2017
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She gave no sign of triumph at having accomplished her purpose—at having forced his thoughts to leave his pet subject, himself, and center upon her.
From The Fashionable Adventures of Joshua Craig; a Novel by Phillips, David Graham