Example Sentences

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At 10:30 a.m., the bell rings through the halls of William F. Prisk Elementary School in Long Beach, sending students racing onto the playground, throwing basketballs, doing cartwheels, gliding down slides.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026

After leaving an interview with Andy Cohen at SiriusXM’s studio, she slides back into her seat and removes her sky-high Louboutin stilettos, taking stock of her aching feet: “That’s going to suck later.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

"He's always smiling, always bringing positive vibes. His slides, his defence, his slam-dunk overheads are some signature shots. He'll be missed. An incredible guy to be around."

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Copper miner Antofagasta slips 1.2%, while diversified miner Anglo American slides 1.6%.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

When the applause starts to die down, Tim slides the box back together.

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein