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Example Sentences

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Born and raised in a working-class area on the outskirts of Glasgow, McGinn takes pride in the fact his rise has taken a different path from many Premier League players.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Beatrice is gone, having taken a leave from which she has decided not to return.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The rupiah has been among Asia's worst performers in 2026 and Indonesia's stock market has also taken a hefty hit, shedding more than 30 percent since the turn of the year.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Some have taken out high-interest loans against their settlement, which are eating up a greater percentage of their payout with each passing year.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

So until now, our neighbors down the street had taken very little notice of us.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo