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Example Sentences

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But the warning signs for Labour date back further.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

The official start of the next academic year would remain 31 August, he said, but said two weeks of "strengthening" learning would take place leading up to that date so students did not fall behind.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

Our first date followed: a run through Pacific Palisades.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

Sony projected a 1.4% revenue decline and a 12.5% net profit climb for the fiscal year, as its stock fell 22% year to date.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Not only was my first-ever date a dud, but now I had to let Ethan down gently.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith