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Example Sentences
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These perspectives treat consciousness as a basic component of reality rather than something produced solely by the brain.
From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026
We don’t want it to be an indoor play place or something that is solely designed for kids.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026
My interest in watching any film solely to make fun of it is slight.
From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026
Another abject defeat could end Liverpool's hopes of progressing even before the second leg, at which point the season would become solely about trying to scrape back into the Champions League next season.
From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026
It was run solely by the Trepids, with the help of their overworked assistant, Morgan, who referred to herself as Chief Gopher.
From "Ruby Holler" by Sharon Creech
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