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Example Sentences
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For example, a team in pot one would play another team from pot one home and away, plus two teams each from pots two and three home or away.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
Scientists originally expected microglia to play the larger role in clearing amyloid plaques because these immune cells help remove harmful material from the brain and are the primary producers of IDOL.
From Science Daily • May 20, 2026
For investors who cannot wait for the dramas to play out, the risk-reversal strategy is a way to take risk-adjusted action.
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
If ‘The Comeback’ has a bit more steam behind its return season, I could see Lisa Kudrow being in play, but I think it’s Quinta Brunson right behind Smart.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
I wondered if she was going to ask me to play for Sunday services.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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Reading: Literature - Introductory
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