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Example Sentences

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As aging progresses, that network becomes less stable and less efficient.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

It follows an ultimatum the Met Police chief gave firms in March to enforce steps which would make stolen phones less desirable for resale and reuse.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

But she also worried the technology could further reduce human contact, with family members potentially visiting less if they felt AI devices were caring for their parents.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

When a user touches on sensitive topics like bioweapons and cybersecurity, Fable pops up a notification and then redirects the conversation to an earlier, less capable model.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

A camp would mean more people, and less chance of escape.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver