on

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Healey has warned for several months about the need to find additional investment to meet what he saw as rising demands on the armed forces.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Kevin Craven, chief executive of defence trade association, said Healey's resignation has "sent us reeling" and is "truly a damning reflection on the current state of affairs".

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Since then, the demands on defence have increased still further, as have the UK commitments you have rightly made to allies.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Janice Mason, who works on site as a contractor, said: "We're just trying to highlight the impact of closing this factory."

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

His birthday is on February 20, and he prays that will be the day of their rescue.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly