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Example Sentences
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While investors could try on their own to both achieve broad market exposure and dodge certain companies, doing so can be expensive.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 9, 2026
The morning before Caitlin was admitted into hospital for the final time, she, Grace and Neve went to try on bridesmaids' dresses together.
From BBC ● Jul. 1, 2026
“There were a few things I would have wanted to try on and maybe even purchase,” Kristovich said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 16, 2026
“First- and second-graders who try on glasses the first time are blown away because they just thought that’s how the world looked,” Carroll said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 4, 2026
An hour flies by while I feverishly try on everything in my closet.
From "Warcross" by Marie Lu
