in a period
Example Sentences
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But there are some who can’t, raising questions about fairness and competition in a period of shortage.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026
I think we are in a period right now where judges really do have some serious questions about that.
From Slate • May 12, 2026
Recorded in a period of personal upheaval, the record is full of slashing guitar lines and scorched-earth vocals.
From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026
Microsoft and Oracle have shown resilience in a period of AI disruption.
From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026
“Or maybe pigsmoke. He’s in a period of transition.”
From "Grendel" by John Gardner
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