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Example Sentences

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"This works similar to a normal camera, the difference being that in our case, radio waves instead of light waves are used for the recognition," explains the cybersecurity expert.

From Science Daily • May 23, 2026

She expressed "sympathy" for the women, but declined to apologise when asked by a reporter, turning instead to walk back into the office.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

In July and again in January, Waller dissented against Fed decisions to hold rates steady, favoring cuts instead.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

The White House earlier on Friday announced a change in Trump's weekend plans, saying he would not travel to his New Jersey golf resort as planned but would stay in the US capital instead.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

It’s one of the few pieces of clothing that I picked for myself instead of inheriting from Celia.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison