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Example Sentences
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But the real understanding of women’s anger can be found in much earlier sources—ones possibly forgotten, if not for the runaway success of “The Odyssey.”
From Salon ● Sep. 3, 2026
The new cap has "Lake Ontario" with a small maple leaf on the front and "Canada is not for sale" on the back.
From Barron's ● Sep. 2, 2026
Dell said it had reached a record $51.3 billion in AI backlog during its last earnings report, Daryanani added, and the company would be able to recognize more upside if not for supply shortages.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 31, 2026
What is even more interesting is Tavitian’s enthusiastic response to works noteworthy not for elaboration but for economy, directness and intimacy.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 29, 2026
But she did not, for she would hate to make such a promise and not be able to keep it.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
