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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

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

However, the surge in energy prices means financial markets are now expecting the Bank to raise rates to counter any rise in inflation.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

The U.S. and Germany have both ordered large quantities of lower-cost missiles or guided rockets designed to counter drones.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

But our glasses still sit on the counter.

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