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Example Sentences
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Cracks in the market first appeared when software stocks broke down, but investors largely shrugged that off because it was mostly contained to that group.
From Barron's
Paramount’s updated proposal contained several key sweeteners, including a commitment from tech billionaire Larry Ellison, through his Ellison Trust, to guarantee $45.7 billion in equity financing.
From Los Angeles Times
It contained dozens of pages detailing spirit appearances, including sworn statements supporting otherworldly manifestations and instances of mediumship.
From Literature
Every sample that showed signs of a strong magnetic field contained high levels of titanium.
From Science Daily
“It’s been four years. The economies took a hit, but it has been contained.”
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
