be something

Example Sentences

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But one of the earliest signs may be something unexpected: a persistent ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound that no one else can hear.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

By the time we reach 50, those paths will have shifted; we begin questioning whether there might be something else we could or should be doing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

“Based on what is happening currently with emergency services like 911 in L.A., there needs to be something that can supplement that system, because we’re seeing that it’s not working,” he said.

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

Because then I don’t feel pressure to be something more than what that is.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

She smiled, teasing, “There’s gotta be something here for you, Mariah. Besides, you can’t have only one defining personality trait.”

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