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Example Sentences

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That period spans the rule of Hugo Chávez and his successor Maduro, during which mismanagement, corruption and sanctions took their toll.

From BBC

Former chief justice Sushila Karki took on the role of interim prime minister and established a commission to investigate the violence.

From Barron's

The photoshoot, published on the fashion magazine's website, took place at a property on Lawrence Hill in Londonderry and showcased local creative talent.

From BBC

"In both cases, someone first had to show it could be done, and then industry took over. I think we've shown one way mass spectrometry can be done more efficiently."

From Science Daily

Paramedics took lifesaving measures and airlifted the patient to a local hospital for treatment.

From Los Angeles Times