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Example Sentences

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The White House's X feed on Tuesday even seemed to lean towards Rubio, announcing his press briefing with the caption "Another job?" and posting a picture of him on dozens of channels.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

When food was available, they did not hesitate to feed on the remains of dead animals, even down to the last scraps.

From Science Daily • May 5, 2026

Animals that feed on dead matter perform an important service.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

"They're herbivores, so they feed on lots of different vegetation, so you'll often see piles of sticks with the bark chewed off."

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

“I’ve told the reader to find the right books for you. At least the poor fool does know his way around books—he lives in them like one of those pale worms that feed on paper.”

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke