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Example Sentences
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In fact, nobody knows exactly where Homer wrote his epic poems and there is much mythology around the idea of his cave.
From Barron's ● Aug. 17, 2026
So when the “young upstart” Stewart comes around, “my character’s thought is, ‘I’m far wiser, I’m far smarter, I’m the only one who’s ever done this before.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 17, 2026
Burger King’s average U.S. franchisee profit last year dropped to around $185,000 per location, down from roughly $205,000 in 2023 and 2024, which executives have attributed in part to record beef prices.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 17, 2026
Japan international Suzuki has been one of Villa's top targets should Martinez leave this summer and the deal, reportedly for around £30m, is progressing.
From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2026
I keep watching for the sandy-haired man to come around the bend, saunter down Main Street to challenge Caesar.
From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
