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Example Sentences
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I knew very little about Carolyn, but I ingested so many photos of her far before this project was ever on my radar.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
In dismissing the human smuggling charges, Crenshaw said "the evidence before this court sadly reflects an abuse of prosecuting power."
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
Since leaving LIV before this season, he has been competing on Europe’s DP World Tour, where the top finishers at the end of the season get PGA Tour cards.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026
Even before this outbreak started, Moderna did some research on hantaviruses in collaboration with the U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026
I used to be allowed, before this summer happened, when the door shut and stayed shut.
From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller
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