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Example Sentences

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So long as human bodies are fallible to disease, we will need labs studying viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites to see which ones could cause major problems.

From Salon

Recent actions in the payment-technology industry suggest that major players are getting more serious about improving operating performance.

From MarketWatch

As older units tend to fail more often, repair costs are likely to rise each year, and a major breakdown could hit you with even bigger sticker shock.

From MarketWatch

Another major U.S. ally, Turkey, is also wary of having another conflict zone on its borders.

From The Wall Street Journal

So far, no major media outlet has reported on any new Summers materials discovered as a result.

From Salon