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Example Sentences

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The A-10 wasn’t brought down in Iranian territory, people familiar with the incident said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Trout almost ended the pitchers’ duel in the bottom of the sixth inning after sharply hitting a fly ball to left field but Arozarena tracked it down.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Finally, the hosts break down the WNBA’s landmark collective bargaining agreement and why Nobel laureate Claudia Goldin was the MVP of the negotiation.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

"Wilder is going to be coming on strong early, but I expect Derek to weather the storm, stalk his man down and finish it in big style in the 12th round."

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Ethan plopped down on the picnic bench opposite mine.

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