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Example Sentences

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Many countries have criticised the consensus-based model by which decisions at COPs can be blocked by a small handful of countries but Bowen said "that's what we've got. And that's not going to change".

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

It could come down to a handful of votes, he said.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

Skeptics warned a handful of stocks was overly important to the S&P 500’s nine straight weeks of gains.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Once stuck in the single-digits in public opinion polls with a handful of other Democratic candidates, Becerra rose quickly and unexpectedly following the political demise of former Rep. Eric Swalwell.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

I thought about bread, or a handful of oats.

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff