bench

Example Sentences

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He was an active questioner during oral arguments three days later, and he has not missed any time on the bench.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Nearby, a man fanned skewers sizzling on a barbecue grill while a couple played badminton and retirees sang cheerfully on a park bench.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

One of those judges said that in four decades on the bench, he had never seen a case where the outcome was as clear as this one.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Doncic smiled slyly toward the Lakers bench as he back pedaled.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

She forces them down, heaves herself up from the opposite bench, and comes to stand behind me.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila