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Example Sentences
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Analysts at Oppenheimer said that ahead of the results, bigger profits were needed in order to lift the stock, given high investor expectations.
From MarketWatch
But he reserved the right to use the military in the future if needed.
The EU wants to cut its reliance on China for critical raw materials -- needed for clean technologies like wind turbines and electric car batteries -- and Australia's rich deposits would help Brussels diversify imports.
From Barron's
An AFP analysis of official statistics found that the island generated only half the electricity it needed last year.
From Barron's
Mookie Betts said he was undecided and needed to talk it over with his family first when last year’s visit was initially announced.
From Los Angeles Times
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