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Example Sentences
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“The mission expands, the timeline stretches, and the original rationale fades into the background as the war gains its own momentum.”
Some have questioned the BBC's appointment of someone with a background in tech rather than public service or traditional editorial experience.
From BBC
Phillips looked at the photo of herself in a light-pink ensemble, on a boat, and realised Epstein's island was in the background.
From BBC
Her background is particularly eclectic: an engineer by training, she is a seasoned explorer who has worked in extreme environments including Antarctica.
From Barron's
While other costs such as insurance and services might rise quietly in the background, gas prices are broadcast on street corners, serving as a barometer for the broader economy.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
