be present
Example Sentences
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She told ProPublica she happened to be present in the committee room when Murphy made the case for his bill.
From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026
But I was just so excited to be at the Derby and I wanted to just really be present, that it really didn’t cross my mind what would happen if we won the race.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
Emphasize that it would be better for them to be present — not only to help you, but also to haggle with shoppers and ensure their items are selling for prices they feel are appropriate.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
Under the House version of the bill, two crew members would have to be present on every train, though European trains operate safely with one.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
“This was the final culmination of the women’s fight,” she said, “and women, irrespective of factions, should have been allowed to be present when the proclamation was signed.”
From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling
