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Example Sentences

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“How likely are you to take aggressive action against these highly powerful militias at a moment when you’re not sure who will be the next prime minister,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

Nerveless Henry Slade kicked a 79th-minute penalty against Benetton to secure Exeter a European Challenge Cup semi-final place.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

Will Denyer, chief economist at Gavekal Research, suggests pairing long positions in Brazilian and South Korean Equities: Brazil chiefly as a hedge against ongoing conflict and South Korea as a bet on peace.

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

"By improving how we study viral proteins and antibody responses, we hope this platform will help advance next-generation vaccines against some of the world's most challenging viruses."

From Science Daily • Apr. 12, 2026

With his hands, Cam framed her head, then leaned against her forehead, pushing her bright red glasses down her nose.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith