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Example Sentences

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Being fired was the “furthest thing” from his mind.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

"Being a dirt bag is not authentic. You know, being a dirt bag is being a dirt bag," Pennsylvania centrist Senator John Fetterman told CNN.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Being surrounded by a family of factory workers and the legacy of 20th century American industry set the stage for his entrepreneurship.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Being able to direct and control heat more effectively could lead to improved cooling methods for computer chips and other high-performance electronic systems.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

“I am forbidden to sing water monster songs,” Wind Being said.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young