Example Sentences

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But Pyongyang’s border closures have slashed defections, with just 223 North Koreans arriving in South Korea last year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 24, 2026

The closures, which are part of the brand’s “Hut Forward” turnaround strategy, were slated to take place in the first half of 2026, Yum!

From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026

Lochgilphead isn't the only place in Scotland affected by bank closures.

From BBC • Jun. 21, 2026

Juneteenth — a day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States — is being marked on Friday, and there are many closures related to the holiday, including financial markets.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 19, 2026

He already got that crazy look in his eyes after hearing about the closures of so many school districts.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman