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Example Sentences

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But lest anyone confuse him with a mortal, he followed up with a pair of goals to become the tournament’s all-time leading scorer.

From Slate • Jun. 22, 2026

Canon ended up giving him another $40 million lest the previous $100 million be lost in bankruptcy.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

There are many examples of match officials being placed in harmful situations but with individuals fearful of speaking out lest it exacerbates the situation or causes further alarm to friends, family and colleagues.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

If losing your home and its contents — lest we forget about them — would cause you financial distress, don’t get rid of your home insurance.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 28, 2026

I quickly ran my hands over my head to smooth down my hair from the center, lest she start commenting on the size of my ears.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan