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Example Sentences
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A federal emergency management official recently made a claim that has left colleagues scratching their heads and the internet buzzing.
From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026
It added: "Noah's death has left a hole in our lives that will remain forever."
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
Mr. López Hernández left the governorship early to serve as Mr. López Obrador’s security minister from 2021-23.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026
In November, after learning that a beloved uncle had died, Martinez left the motel for several days — and didn’t “want to be around anybody.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026
Explanations were rare and disappointing, and she seemed genuinely confused that Janet resented being left alone.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.