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Example Sentences
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"Physically, I can't do what I used to be able to do but I've realised that some things are more important in life."
From BBC • May 15, 2026
Delhi's chief minister on Thursday said government offices will have two work-from-home days a week for those able to and urged residents to cut back on private vehicle use.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
By tracking the same participants over time, researchers were able to build a much clearer picture of how the body changes through adulthood and aging.
From Science Daily • May 15, 2026
“We’re not particularly worried about wealthy economies, they’re able to pay.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
Maggie knew she wouldn’t quite be able to mimic Bernadette’s motions.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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