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Example Sentences
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"It's a survival economy, the only door left open" for many Africans, said Liby, the economist, pointing to a failing institutional environment and strong population growth.
From Barron's ● Sep. 9, 2026
But he left open the possibility of a closure if — after a more thorough investigation by the board into the plan — the decision was again made.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026
That left open the possibility that sprinklers with more complicated forms, including the curved and looping tubes found in silly sprinklers, might behave differently.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 17, 2026
But after a dispute over levels of security, Meghan pulled out of events in London - although the possibility of her appearing at events later in the week in Birmingham was left open.
From BBC ● Jul. 9, 2026
Some extra footage of Grandpa that I didn’t use is left open on the screen.
From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh
