be something

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

"We were understrength, walking into the lions' den. It was tough and that performance and that win will be something I remember forever," McCall said.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

“Based on what is happening currently with emergency services like 911 in L.A., there needs to be something that can supplement that system, because we’re seeing that it’s not working,” he said.

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

We were 6 years old just dreaming to be something or being like, “I could do this.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

Kevin Warsh is becoming Federal Reserve chair at a pivotal moment for the U.S. economy — forcing him to be something other than the disruptor he hoped to be.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

“Hebrew school should be something you kids enjoy,” he says.

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan