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Example Sentences

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In the Texas Panhandle, Potter County elections officials quickly confirmed through DPS that three of nine voters on their list had proof of citizenship on file.

From Salon • Feb. 27, 2026

It’s a good idea for both of you to have an account, given that it lets people review earnings history, personal information on file, and benefit estimates at different claiming ages.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 9, 2026

The state mandates an inspection if one isn’t on file under the current owner; most post-1999 historic tag holders are in that position, the MVA said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026

The government already had Kaur’s fingerprints on file, which is why the family was puzzled when they received notice of this appointment.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 18, 2025

Today most Americans have their tissue on file somewhere.

From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot