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Example Sentences
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CHICAGO—When Maria Moctezuma learned that a project on busy Archer Avenue would replace on-street parking with bike lanes and reduce traffic from two lanes to one, she mobilized residents and grabbed a bullhorn to protest.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
In January, he grabbed a double in a 3-1 Champions League win over Manchester City and the following week netted again in a 2-1 victory at Atletico Madrid.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
After the animal fell to the table, one patron grabbed it with a towel and took it to the Humane Society in Oceanside.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 24, 2026
He grabbed his son Eric’s hand to shake it and walked out to trash the judge and the proceedings, which he’d soon appeal.
From Slate ● Jul. 22, 2026
“You know what?” she said while Cam grabbed one of her hands, squishing it in his own.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
