Example Sentences

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“It’s amazing to hear that L.A. is like, ‘Yes, let’s give land back,’ but I think, ‘Yes, let’s give land back, but to all of the people who you’ve stolen land from,’” Lassos says.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 11, 2023

Lassos, rodeos, broncos, corrals, ranches, the chaps, the hats are all parts of Mexican culture.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2022

For Tony Lassos, a member of the conservancy board, working to restore the Altadena property has helped him reconnect with his Tongva heritage.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 10, 2022

But here, I suspect that the birthday boy’s parents, having initially invited girls, may have heard from a small chorus of parents that their daughters are not interested in Batmobiles or Golden Lassos.

From New York Times • Aug. 8, 2013

Lassos twirled, cowboys strummed guitars, and a twelve-year-old girl lighted the candle.

From Time Magazine Archive