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Example Sentences

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Some members of her party have pushed Sheinbaum to sever ties with Rocha Moya and other leaders suspected of links to organized crime, lest Morena be tainted by the allegations.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 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

Others note that payments involve all sorts of security and encryption issues, lest someone’s financial information become exposed on an AI platform.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 25, 2026

In the interests of maintaining brand mystique, Ferrari limits Purosangue to 20% of its overall production, lest it suffer the fate of Porsche, which now sells many more SUVs than its legendary sports cars.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

He knows that I know too much, and that I must not live, lest I be dangerous to him; my only chance is to prolong my opportunities.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker