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Example Sentences

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Critics say the paring back has gone too far.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Western Digital sank as low as $404 before paring those losses, declining 0.6% to $431.78.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

After shuttering her decade-old, hot-pink, plus-size resale shop, the Plus Bus, in Highland Park last fall, she thought paring down her store’s stock and slightly expanding its sizing could save her business.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Tesla’s stock was up as much as 8% on Wednesday before slightly paring gains.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

The paring knife she uses is worn so thin its blade is barely more than a crescent moon sliver.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood