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Example Sentences
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Stokes bowled 10 deliveries from the beginning of play on Wednesday, then pulled up in his follow-through holding his right groin.
From BBC
There was also an attempt to keep the character going, to play on the empathy of the audience, watching a guy who, in another context, might greet you with a thumbs-up and say “Happy New Year.”
From Slate
But Como, back in the top flight since 2024 after a 21-year absence, have a game in hand against AC Milan, which they will play on March 15.
From Barron's
By that point, United had already tried to persuade long-term target Antoine Semenyo to join them from Bournemouth by telling him he would play on the left wing.
From BBC
On this occasion, he survived Australian attempts to play on his patience, albeit with a touch of fortune.
From BBC
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