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Example Sentences
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Dubois cut an imposing figure on the scales, carrying noticeable extra bulk.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
A new study aims to put a dollar figure on the total wear and tear on the country’s urban infrastructure, and arrives at $1.03 trillion.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026
A bearish evening star completed at the $200 figure on Nov. 12, and a 50% drawdown didn’t finish until a bullish morning star at $100 on Feb. 24.
From Barron's • May 4, 2026
It will feature several of Gehry’s animal-themed sculptures, including a rarely seen stainless steel bear figure, on loan from the artist’s family.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
But I didn’t figure on what happened Monday at school.
From "Fourth Grade Rats" by Jerry Spinelli
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