thing

Example Sentences

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A Florida jury hearing an opioid-related case planned a group costume inspired by a pair of Dr. Seuss characters, Thing One and Thing Two.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

That A.I. detection is finally catching up is, on balance, a Good Thing.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

Occupying two large galleries and displayed in themes like “When We Have Found a Good Thing, We Stick to It,” the exhibit will remain on view through Aug. 9.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

The Bread and Butter Thing has 111 hubs around the country and aims to make everyday essentials affordable.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

Thing is, there’s no fence, only a gate.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas