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Example Sentences

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The U.N. has complained about funding problems in the past, but this time it is taking unprecedented actions to deal with the shortfall.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

In August 2025, he signed a two-year contract extension with the team, taking his deal to 2029.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

More concerningly, 17% across all cohorts report taking no steps to plan for healthcare in retirement.

From MarketWatch • May 30, 2026

“It was not as hard as I expected. I don’t want to leave any regrets. I’m taking it one race at a time.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

I pass the park that Mom always used to take us to, where I’ve been taking Mav to play fetch just about every day before and after school, flee through the shadows of the trees.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam