incidents

Example Sentences

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“As with all use-of-force incidents, a review will be conducted to ensure compliance with our policy and training standards.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Two incidents made headlines, including when Chinese officials blocked US officials and journalists in a room during Trump and Xi's visit to the Temple of Heaven.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

“My concern is about the publicizing of these kinds of incidents as a tool to frighten people,” Weiser said.

From Salon • May 14, 2026

The storytelling often focuses on small, trivial incidents - in one episode the only significant event is that Alan, played by Graham "Grado" Stevely, has some spare doughnuts.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Unfortunate incidents had occurred, mistaken ideas had been current.

From "Animal Farm: A Fairy Story" by George Orwell