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Example Sentences
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The goal is to put those findings to work on the ground by planting acorns from trauma-affected trees that still survive.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2026
The president of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen told the European Parliament on Wednesday she wanted to work on "opening the door" for Canada, which would involve closer ties on various key sectors.
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026
Those who work on safety often focus on “alignment,” the practice of making sure an AI system’s behavior matches human intentions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026
He seemed to have a bright future ahead: He was cast in the lead role of a short film and was finding production work on other TV shows, including American Idol.
From Slate ● Sep. 17, 2026
One would work on my arm while another sat on my head, going through my hair.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
