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Example Sentences

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The crash occurred in the 1000 block of Pacific Coast Highway.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Part-sculpted work and marble block, each has a tragic aspect to it, recalling John Greenleaf Whittier’s forlorn observation: “For of all sad words of tongue or pen, The saddest are these: ‘It might have been!’

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

At her final campaign rallies, Fujimori declared "war" on extortionists, promising to deploy the military against organised crime, control prisons, and work with financial institutions to block extorted money.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

The road was eventually partially cleared, but protesters moved to block it again.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

Andre holds up one hand to block the sun as he scans the park.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller