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Example Sentences

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Earlier this week, the government detailed changes to the deal, with Australia to buy three second-hand submarines from the US, replacing a former agreement that Australia would get at least one new vessel.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

One of the hardest things as a parent whose child is not sleeping is how furious you can get at 4 a.m., even though you know you shouldn’t be angry, because they’re just a baby.

From Slate • May 3, 2026

SK Hynix is also targeting a U.S. listing later this year, which could give Korean stocks a further boost and investors another way to get at the country’s remarkable rally.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

“The most fun you’ll get at the fair is from talking to people,” my friend Matthew, who has several years of renaissance fair experience, told me.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

I'm grumpy when I don't get at least eight.

From "Ghost" by Jason Reynolds