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Example Sentences
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Curacao, Cape Verde, Uzbekistan and Jordan will play in the tournament for the first time.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Tuesday's hearing was the first criminal sentencing of its kind since the new law came into force in England and Wales on 1 April.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Unyx 07 sedan—the first of over 20 new models planned this year—though analysts note these vehicles still lag behind the leading edge of Chinese automotive technology.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
In fact, this is the first time they have qualified since 2002, as they did not have to qualify in 2010, having hosted the tournament.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
But when I think about that first kiss being with Alex, it also makes my knees weak.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
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