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Example Sentences
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Can the Eagles do better against Sierra Canyon’s pressure defense?
From Los Angeles Times
"The experience of having an allergic reaction is really distressing and we want to guard against that wherever possible."
From BBC
Shannon Marie O’Connor, 51, known as the Los Gatos “party mom,” was found guilty Wednesday on most of the 63 charges against her at the Santa Clara County courthouse in San Jose.
From Los Angeles Times
The MacBook Neo’s bright “citrus” hue immediately stood out against the brick walls.
By trading “pro” features for a splash of color and a lower entry point, Apple could gain market share against rivals who are forced to increase prices.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
