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Example Sentences
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When Fernandes gets on the ball and looks to cross, teams inadvertently drop off closer to goal.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
I've only ever played four matches here in my life and the pressure gets on you and there's a big crowd.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
“Carney has a problem with us. He gets on a plane and he goes to China. Does he think the Chinese economy is going to buy his stuff?,”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
“Some people have a hard time adapting. Once he gets on a team I’ll be texting him: ‘How’s the comfort level?
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026
The few times my mother gets on him about it, he laughs it off and says he’s just joking.
From "Bronx Masquerade" by Nikki Grimes
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