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Example Sentences

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On Monday, the climate-vulnerable Alliance of Small Island States said countries could not keep ignoring "the elephant in the room" and warned that anything short of winding down fossil fuels was "papering over the cracks".

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

It added: "Small actions from everyone can make a big difference in protecting the Shropshire Hills during busy periods and ensuring future generations can continue to enjoy them."

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Small builders, who have long considered themselves to be legally in the clear to sell Strat-shaped guitars, say Fender’s actions could put their business in jeopardy.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

Small brands that can’t match it lose sales.

From Salon • May 27, 2026

Small comforts are all I can rely upon today.

From "How It Went Down" by Kekla Magoon