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Example Sentences

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A Plaid Cymru spokesperson said thousands of struggling households will be ineligible "due to the narrow nature of this support" and called on the UK government to outline a broader package of help.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

He tries to finish an outline for his letter before his January vacation, writes during weekends and fact-checks his words with employees across JPMorgan’s vast financial empire.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026

Swanberg has long worked in an unusual style in which the script is essentially a detailed outline and the actors work to come up with their own dialogue during rehearsals.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 14, 2026

The Government Work Report, an outline of Beijing’s top economic policies, shows very few signs that officials feel pressured to increase stimulus, said Michael Hirson, head of China research at 22V.

From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026

The firelight glints on the cop’s belt, and my eyes focus on the silver handcuffs, the yellow Taser, the black outline of his gun.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz