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Example Sentences
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"A person earning minimum wage doesn't have the means to eat well or have a decent quality of life," said Ramos.
From Barron's ● Aug. 16, 2026
He ended up trading with his own money and was later rehired by Arnold, earning more than $1 billion for the firm.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 15, 2026
The newcomer was KD1, a 4½-year-old eagle who has since become a repeat visitor to the aerie that’s livestreamed around the clock, earning its inhabitants worldwide internet fame.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
Everyone wants to point out recession indicators, but in a time of economic turmoil, felt most acutely by young people earning less money, every dollar counts.
From Slate ● Aug. 14, 2026
She once calculated that she had traveled thirteen thousand miles and conducted 171 lectures over the previous twelve months, earning $4,318 in gross receipts.
From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling
