passages
Example Sentences
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The word “she” doesn’t appear in the 29-page opinion, and “her” shows up only in two passages about undisputedly female athletes, including the one quoted above.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
These two passages, which lock access to the Gulf and to the Red Sea, are among the dozen or so straits considered vital to international trade.
From Barron's ● Jul. 21, 2026
This well-known section lists the Greek forces preparing for the Trojan War and is considered one of the best-known passages in Western literature.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 15, 2026
Maritime intelligence company Windward said that transits through the strait stood at 40 on Friday, including 12 inbound passages.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 26, 2026
They flew a long time down deserted passages.
From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins
