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Example Sentences
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Only after Zverev held a two-set lead did Shelton begin to show some signs of life.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 13, 2026
“The earnings story has held up,” he added.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 13, 2026
The electrically charged atom was held nearly motionless in an ion trap, which uses electromagnetic fields to keep the ion fixed in place.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 13, 2026
The Fed has held rates steady since January, choosing to wait to gauge the effects of energy price shocks and to let the tariffs' effects on prices ripple through the economy.
From Barron's ● Sep. 13, 2026
I sat beside them and held my arms out so Kiki could place Elora Greer in my arms.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
