Washington

Example Sentences

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“In the last weeks I’ve gotten several phone calls from the Washington area. Buyers are starting to come here because of the potential taxes,” Coleman says.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

So why are there so many questions in markets and in Washington about what he will do now that he is about to be the Fed chair?

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

US and Taiwanese leaders have not spoken directly since 1979 - when Washington severed formal ties with Taiwan to recognise the Beijing government.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

The annual Beach Report Card examines the amount of fecal pollution measured along the West Coast from Baja California all the way up to the state of Washington.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

I practiced reading out loud like Ms. Washington to Lulu and Rufus, but I did it in my room and quiet so Mama and Daddy didn’t hear me.

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan