desk

Example Sentences

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He said in court that he put $6 on chief executive Patrick Collison’s desk to buy his founder’s shares.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

On a typical journey, Rebecca estimates she can manage only about half the tasks she would normally be able to get through at her desk.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

The desk looks more like a small, table-top easel.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

Mock arrived at Martin’s desk with ambitions that would similarly break from legal tradition, seeking the impeachment of the entire D.C. bench.

From Slate • May 28, 2026

The soldier spoke to the trim white-uniformed nurse behind the reception desk.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom