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Example Sentences

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But chaos erupted on Monday evening in the heart of Australia's largest city as police tried to prevent a rally from marching into an area designated off-limits.

From Barron's

While Chinese investment in the U.S. has fallen in recent years, similar complaints are erupting in other industries.

From The Wall Street Journal

Protests have erupted over bugs being found in the detention center's food, W said, while lights are kept on 24 hours a day, making it difficult to sleep.

From Barron's

Zambia's president has weighed into a cultural debate that has erupted online after the president of Ghana arrived in Zambia wearing a traditional outfit called a fugu.

From BBC

Tougher legislation has been passed since the scandal erupted.

From BBC