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Example Sentences

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Villeda believes these findings could pave the way for treatments that target FTL1 and counter its effects in the brain.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

Anyone dropping off their ballot at a post office on election day should get it postmarked at the counter, she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

A six-minute egg is soft, custardy, a little luxurious — something you eat with toast, standing at the counter, yolk pooling gold across the plate.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

Among European airlines, Air France-KLM has said it plans to increase long-haul fares to counter higher fuel costs, while Scandinavian carrier SAS has raised prices and said it will cut 1,000 flights in April.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

I tug the spoon out of the shake, sending a few purple drips to the counter, and take a huge bite.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith