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Example Sentences
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Most of the current book sales are for the original paperback edition, though a movie tie-in with Gosling on the cover is also contributing, as are some hardcover volumes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
“If anything, we need additional funding to cover rising costs, not fewer, to maintain our current momentum,” the agency said Friday.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
Smith starred again in the second wicket when Jamie Smith, having just driven Bamber to the cover boundary, attempted to repeat the shot and was caught by the keeper, diving in front of slip.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
That strength, however, might have temporarily ended with this week’s bearish dark cloud cover candle, which stopped a 14-week winning streak.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
“Small dragons—but so many they could cover the sand, and, like the sea lions, they will fight bravely to save their island.”
From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.