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Example Sentences

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Then the conversation peters out as we try to explain what “woke” means, which is difficult enough even when you’re not talking to a dead 19th-century philosopher.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

But UBS analysts said the company could try to give itself more flexibility for a wider range of outcomes in its financial forecast, due to the the leadership change and a shakier economic backdrop.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 5, 2026

“When the stockpile is stressed, as it was after Ukraine and then now with Iran, any surge in need leads to a backlog as they try to replenish,” McGinn said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

On my show, What Next: TBD, we’ve started a segment called TBD Tries, in which we try different tools and apps to really put them to the test.

From Slate • Apr. 5, 2026

At first, I’d considered giving her some story—James and I were going to Ocean Park, or something like that, so I could try out the position for at least one shift.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu