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Example Sentences

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“Initially, he maintained a greater distance, which is why direct contact was not made at the time,” the document reads.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

That's why we're introducing Shorts to the BBC Sport app.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Yet Exxon has had its legal home in New Jersey since 1882, so why move it now?

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

"We're not there yet, certainly not. But we are moving in the right direction. That's why I believe it's important for me and it's my duty for me to return to Venezuela soon."

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

A knock that seemed wholly unsure why it was knocking.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman