in a period
Example Sentences
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The divergence underscores just how much stocks have been able to defy the normal laws of gravity in a period marked by a pandemic, inflation and a sharp rise in interest rates.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
I think we are in a period right now where judges really do have some serious questions about that.
From Slate • May 12, 2026
Microsoft and Oracle have shown resilience in a period of AI disruption.
From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026
"It'd be nice for me to do something completely different. I'd love to do a comedy or I'd like to be a scullery maid in the kitchens in a period drama."
From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026
“Or maybe pigsmoke. He’s in a period of transition.”
From "Grendel" by John Gardner
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