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Example Sentences

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"I even rang the Vatican and they put the phone down on me," he says, adding: "I sent emails. I even sent him a DM. Like, who do I think I am?"

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

The group under its new chief executive officer, Diana Layfield, now intends to double down on its profitable U.K. business and pivot into Europe.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Microsoft is only doubling down on its plans.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Software giant Oracle on Tuesday started laying off workers as it looks to rein in costs and double down on artificial intelligence.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The sun beat down on me, the heat of it on my hair, burning my scalp.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu