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Example Sentences
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One young girl named Alice described the eclipse as brilliant, and said: "It kind of looks like Pac-man", whilst another felt that the sun disappearing was "kind of scary".
From BBC ● Aug. 15, 2026
In July, a fishing influencer almost lost his leg after being attacked by a reef shark whilst spearfishing.
From BBC ● Aug. 15, 2026
Through the new EP, I wanted to showcase a new side of myself whilst incorporating my signature vocals.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
"They're kicking us whilst we're down, and I could get more as a cleaner. Some of us are doing cash-in-hand work in pubs," she said.
From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2026
"This morning, gentlemen, whilst I was sitting on the terrace, I was an observer of your activities. There could be little doubt of your purpose. You were searching the island for an unknown murderer?"
From "And Then There Were None" by Agatha Christie
