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Example Sentences
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In Batroun, a northern coastal city home to the ruins of a small Roman amphitheatre, an archaeologist was surrounded by tools and papers, documenting the latest finds as waves lapped rocks nearby.
From Barron's ● Aug. 29, 2026
As well as the high level of play, many lapped up the entertainment provided by two players who undoubtedly bring the X-factor.
From BBC ● Jun. 1, 2026
As the sea lapped around him, he balanced himself on a rock and cast a fishing line into the sea.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 27, 2026
The country was rocked by the Watergate fallout, but its citizens also lapped up the gossip — like Rovere hoped to do with what little tidbits made it to Woodward and Bernstein’s book.
From Salon ● Mar. 7, 2026
The black water lapped against the side of the boat.
From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys
