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Example Sentences

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It could inflate the ego, create a false understanding of reality and, in some bizarre instances, make him believe he is omnipotent.

From The Wall Street Journal

With a band having a successful career for over three decades, Noodles said there have been instances of being approached by professional athletes who are fans of the Offspring.

From Los Angeles Times

As he said sorry to fans from Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland in the first instance, the 55-year-old said it was "not my intention" to cause offence to them.

From BBC

But in the current instance, at least, they will look in vain: Nothing fundamental changed with gold on Friday to justify the day’s big decline.

From MarketWatch

Big picture: A smattering of manufacturers are doing pretty well — those involved in artificial intelligence, for instance, and companies such as steelmakers that have been shielded from competition due to U.S. tariffs.

From MarketWatch