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Example Sentences
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Most observers expect the ECB to keep its powder dry on Thursday and pause for now whilst it waits to see the outcome and duration of the latest fighting.
From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026
England saw 42% more than average whilst Scotland received 14% below average.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026
It was a result that will live long in Paraguay's football history and ranks among the biggest World Cup shocks of the modern era, whilst certainly being the tournament's biggest upset so far.
From BBC ● Jun. 30, 2026
Sales on Amazon nearly doubled last week compared with the same period in 2025, whilst electronics outlet Fnac Darty reported double-digit growth.
From Barron's ● Jun. 23, 2026
Mr. Leroy kept his word, and whilst the shaking was still worst than it would have been on Old Flapjack, it was tolerable better than the ride to Windsor.
From "Elijah of Buxton" by Christopher Paul Curtis
