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Example Sentences

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Halladay's next step is to investigate astrocytes throughout the broader network involved in fear.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

Gen. Randy George was asked to step down before his expected retirement next year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

This is the first step in a negotiation.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Three-time champion Phil Mickelson will miss this year's Masters and step away from golf "for an extended period" because of a family health matter.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

I take an involuntary step back as the space seems to get tighter, pushing in on me, and my heart hammers in the hollow at the bottom of my throat.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam