minutes

Example Sentences

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I watched two minutes of the Thunder-Lakers game Thursday and I knew it was over.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

His team were outstanding in the first 40 minutes as they carved open a flimsy Munster side.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Originally, the plan was to observe each target for about 10 minutes.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

The peptide industry was given just 10 minutes before the committee to present arguments that the six peptides were safe.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

I scrawl something unintelligible in the book and then set my plate awkwardly on the end table next to the sofa, ready to leave less than five minutes after I arrived.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse