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Example Sentences

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But the decision is not simple and should not be taken lightly, and the assistance you get while making it might steer you in the wrong direction.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

By that time, one of the law enforcement sources said, officials at Clark’s school were alerted and data from license plate readers were being scanned for any sign of the car he had taken.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

One problem: Mariska died two years before “Lunch on a Beam” was taken.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

French Open tournament director Amelie Mauresmo said she was "very sad" about the action taken by the players but remained "deeply confident" the issue will be resolved.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Ba blinked at me, clearly taken aback that I was taking charge.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu