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Example Sentences

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Shell has long maintained that he never made such a promise.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Edwards has long been linked with an England role, without ever being hired.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

As long as these ratios are rising, that is bearish for stocks, and so the sell signals from these ratios remain intact.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Catholicism had long done exceptional charitable work in the U.S., running hospitals, orphanages, shelters, soup kitchens and more.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

As long as people don’t notice she’s sick, Father Monaghan should be able to protect her.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly