French

Example Sentences

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Macron, the president, said on Sunday that French people shouldn’t have to become accustomed to such scenes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

How could French Open organisers have justified overlooking it?

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Over the centuries came many others, including the Ottomans, the French and the Palestine Liberation Organization.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

“I’m telling the French people, ‘Wake up,’ because before long, they’ll be breaking down the doors of apartment buildings and breaking into your homes,” he added.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

“I’m gonna eat one rice. Then I’m gonna eat one French fry, then…” But mostly she sneaks food to the dogs.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko