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Example Sentences

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Anything less than three points for Brighton at Leeds would see Fabian Hurzeler's side drop out of contention, while Andoni Iraola's Bournemouth need at least a point against Manchester City to stay in the hunt.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

After college, Edwards worked a year in sales, earning less than $60,000, while his wife — who he met in college — made $10 an hour at her job.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

Two decades ago, California like many states started paying in-home aides and family members to assist elderly and disabled beneficiaries because it is less expensive than nursing homes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

The sum: A lot more people are empowered to take a lot more risks on a lot less information.

From Slate • May 15, 2026

I spent less and less time in the shop; whatever or whoever I was looking for was not there.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom