had

Example Sentences

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He also conceded midterm politics had added to the tension.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Doctors told him his heart had been in one of the worst conditions they had seen in a living patient and without surgery, he might have had only two weeks left.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

The TV broadcast mentioned that Busch had been dealing with a sinus cold all week.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Thomas said he had three hours to get to the hospital, as doctors prefer a donated heart not to be outside the body for more than six hours.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

“They had no idea what they were doing.”

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