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Example Sentences

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In an era of artificial-intelligence-confected essays, the SAT remains a vital, nationally normed check on readiness.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

In a submission to the government consultation, they argue that it ranks with smoking as a threat - and say doctors should routinely check on screen time and social media use when seeing younger patients.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

The move was seen as a risk, the result a check on Porter’s ambition.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Fares could also increase over time because "a meaningful check on the system is now gone," Akubuiro said.

From Barron's • May 9, 2026

If he runs off and hides somewhere I can’t check on him all the time, I’ll be just like Jasmine and everyone else: scared out of my mind that I’ll never see him again.

From "King and the Dragonflies" by Kacen Callender