Example Sentences

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Users have pointed out that the American flag decal on the phone’s case does not display the flag properly, showing 11 stripes instead of 13 to represent the Thirteen Colonies.

From Salon • May 21, 2026

I’d log my use in a diary on my phone’s Notes app.

From Slate • May 10, 2026

Now 18, Daniel testified he doesn’t want the crypto back, although he still tracks the price of bitcoin on his phone’s home screen.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

Evidence showed the phone's last communication was sent to a telecoms mast in nearby Burwell.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

“You can’t see a thing out there. I would’ve called but the phone’s out with the storm.”

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett