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Example Sentences
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This was a heartfelt triumph for the towering tournament most outstanding player who overcame mental health issues to become the toughest figure on the floor.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026
A unifying figure on the left, Jospin led a coalition government of Socialists, Greens and Communists in a cohabitation arrangement with centre-right President Jacques Chirac.
From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026
Mandelson, a totemic figure on the left of British politics, was photographed being escorted from a property in London by police officers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026
Johnny Gaudreau, known to fans as “Johnny Hockey,” had been a standout NHL winger and a beloved figure on the international stage.
From Salon • Feb. 22, 2026
She listened to the figure on the sofa.
From "Go Set a Watchman: A Novel" by Harper Lee
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