patch

Example Sentences

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But there are winners beyond the oil patch.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

I walked out of my office and slipped on a patch of ice.

From Slate • Mar. 29, 2026

He doesn’t have a dedicated patch to cover, but said he relies on AI to help craft unique angles on straightforward news that will appeal to young, high-income audiences.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

The messages on Lord Mandelson's personal phone could help to patch together exchanges that may otherwise not be available.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

One night I tossed for an hour while dogfights raged overhead, streaking my patch of sky with fire.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom