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Example Sentences

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He often warned that the human urge to take action would get investors into trouble unless they channeled it into simple, incremental steps.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Officials said senior doctors and resident doctors not involved in the action will be working, and that patients should come forward as normal and attend appointments unless they are contacted.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Life cannot begin on a planet unless certain chemical elements are available in large enough amounts.

From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026

The top two vote-getters in the primary will compete in the Nov. 3 general election unless one candidate wins a majority in June.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

“For somebody who almost became an entrée, you sure ask a lot of questions. Now unless you wanna be stuck here with Mack, I suggest you keep up. Your call.”

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas