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Example Sentences
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Slade kicked his second penalty seven minutes from the break, while Bailey responded with a penalty with the final play of the half as the Tigers again pushed for a try before the break.
From BBC • May 31, 2026
“But I do think with the talent that we have, if we focus and play like we’re capable of, we should win series, regardless of home, road.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026
This summer's World Cup will see a high number of law changes, primarily around eradicating tactics to slow the tempo of play and waste time.
From BBC • May 31, 2026
Times columnist and Pulitzer Prize finalist Gustavo Arellano weighs in on how the elections might play out within the Latino community.
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026
As I say this, I really mean it, or I think I do—I really do think I’ll go play cribbage with his friends.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
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Reading: Literature - Middle School
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Reading: Literature - Introductory
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