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Example Sentences

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They now are reassessing their dependence on Washington, realizing that they have little sway over U.S. military actions and that American bases on their soil didn’t deter Iran from attacking them, senior Gulf officials say.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

It was announced in court on Friday that both actions have been settled on confidential terms.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Even if the government has simply a facially plausible case against Fulton County—which, to be clear, is disputable here—Briffault says that courts are typically reluctant to shut down such federal actions.

From Slate • May 8, 2026

What words we choose, or avoid, dictate our thoughts and therefore our actions.

From Salon • May 8, 2026

Rhymes with actions, in particular, are enjoyable to children because children live through all of their senses and their whole body.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin