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Example Sentences

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By comparison, the price of Brent futures is based on June contracts and reflects what the market expects over the next eight weeks.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Earnings season has also become a focal point, as quarterly results dominate headlines and investors tend to make trading decisions based on short-term news.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

The higher dose of Wegovy was approved by the Food and Drug Administration nearly three weeks ago under an accelerated approval process based on the results of the trial.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Greg Simkins, a California based artist who often sold through Gallery 1988 under the name “CRAOLA,” says he’s felt the impact of the entertainment industry’s contraction firsthand.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

That they believe friendship with each other is based on being mean to everyone else.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler