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Example Sentences

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But the eagles brought sticks, fluff and prey to the nest, and mated — all signs Jackie might lay new eggs.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Eastern time tonight, the president is expected to lay out his plan for ending the war within the next few weeks.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

Wunderbar in Glasgow told BBC Scotland News it would have to lay off staff to offset a more than £500,000 rise in the tax.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Builders and construction workers quite literally lay the foundation of our communities, creating the roads, homes and infrastructure that keep this country running.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

She lay her head back on her pillow, and was silent for a while.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo