Example Sentences

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Then, over the weekend, voilà, the police got their men—two of them anyway.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 27, 2025

Roast your colorful veggies to perfection on Sunday night, whip up the tangy Dijon vinaigrette in minutes and voilà — lunches for the entire week are ready to grab and go!

From Seattle Times • Mar. 5, 2024

Just prepare your dough, add the batter to the nonstick plate, press down the lid — and voilà, you or your loved one will have yummy doughnuts that are great for snacking and entertaining.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2023

The boldest cats entered huts and perhaps allowed themselves to be petted – kittens are adorable! – and, voilà, the domestic cat was born.

From Salon • Aug. 11, 2023

With one press of a lever, the pee and poop were flushed away and voilà!

From "Klawde: Evil Alien Warlord Cat" by Johnny Marciano and Emily Chenoweth