shed
Example Sentences
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A major new research effort is set to shed light on a remarkable Roman discovery in Frankfurt, Germany.
From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026
After the labor market shed 92,000 jobs in February, many economists are banking on a reversal.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
Over the past year, healthcare employment has increased while the rest of the economy has shed jobs.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026
"There's certain situations where pride holds you back - but sometimes you have to just shed that pride and go for it."
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
She ran first toward the garden shed, then, changing her mind, toward the wall at the end of the garden.
From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell
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