French

Example Sentences

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At the time, French authorities said more than 40 people were rescued from the water at Equihen-Plage, near Boulogne-sur-Mer.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Its independence from the French was proclaimed in 1804, just two decades after the American colonies signed the Treaty of Paris.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

It has held a position in the Garnier and Maybelline owner since 1974, when it bought in at the request of L’Oréal heiress Liliane Bettencourt to help stop the French government from nationalizing the company.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The French drugmaker said Wednesday that it would consider whether to continue other studies for the drug, riliprubart, currently under way.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Mrs. Turner tutored Maggie in French, German, English literature, and history, kindly treating her like a daughter.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock