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Example Sentences

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In the mind's eye you could imagine him stretched out on a couch with the sound of gently lapping water playing in his ears.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026

But she has been a hit with voters, especially young ones, with fans lapping up everything from her handbag to her jamming to a K-pop song with South Korea's president.

From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026

If AI models begin lapping humans in most endeavors, then where will we find purpose?

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026

Later, the sound of the lake's waves lapping against the side of Luzardo's house competes with the sizzle of hot oil.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026

When we passed the door that led to the washing room, I thought I heard the soft sound of waves lapping against a shoreline.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros