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Example Sentences

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But it was the contents of his carry-on bag that proved truly unnerving.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

However, neither argument holds up against the paper’s own contents.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

The force said: "A container was allegedly set alight deliberately causing extensive damage to the container and its contents."

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Shortly after the bill’s contents were released on Wednesday, many significant figures in the college-sports industry offered their thoughts.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

Amid much rejoicing, the crews of the three small boats raised sail and forged ahead, spray breaking over their bows and freezing on the men and all the contents of the boats.

From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong