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Example Sentences

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Notre Dame players kept setting him screens, but Bowman was a little bit off, missing six shots.

From Los Angeles Times

According to diplomatic sources, one man - Rand Paul, US senator for Kentucky - was instrumental in setting up the conversation.

From BBC

Liverpool have kept an eye on Jacquet, who held talks with Chelsea too, but their interest accelerated over the weekend with the player setting his heart on a move to Anfield.

From BBC

A healthy, prudent pullback could go a long way toward setting a foundation for more gains.

From Barron's

Although additional research is required before Reelin-based treatments can be used in clinical settings, the findings point to a promising new approach.

From Science Daily