lapse

Example Sentences

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The almost six-week funding lapse has seen knock-on disruption at US airports.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

With his mind busy on Iran, Trump could perhaps have been excused for another lapse when it came to Irish politics.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

But they’ve probably let their premiums against an energy crisis lapse without realizing it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

The original contract, which is set to lapse at the end of the month, was for about $90 million.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026

But after that, we lapse back into silence.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black