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Example Sentences

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While it is still difficult for Kumar to refer to his daughter in the past tense, he said Grace was behind his motivation to keep pursuing accountability.

From BBC

The rap legend is a lowly third, behind Bruno Mars.

From BBC

Many parents emerged dubious that school officials always knew best, and they were concerned their children were behind, regardless of their grades.

From The Wall Street Journal

However, the scenario has prompted a cross section of the typically fractious party to unite behind the belief the field must shrink, whether by candidates’ choice or through pressure.

From Los Angeles Times

City's win leaves them only two points behind the Gunners, who showed signs of creaking under pressure as they cast aside a two-goal lead to draw with relegation certainties Wolverhampton Wanderers in midweek.

From BBC