lottery

Example Sentences

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Former Tata Steel workers in south Wales are celebrating after winning a £1m lottery jackpot.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

He has stockpiled big men such as 6-foot-8 freshman and future NBA lottery pick Koa Peat along with 7-foot-2 center Motiejus Krivas.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

The only win came against the Utah Jazz, another team that’s attempting to position itself for the lottery more than the playoffs.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026

Doncic’s brilliance was more than enough against the bottom-feeding Pacers, who, at 15-48, are playing more for lottery position than postseason hopes.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2026

My heart was pounding, as if Kim had announced that my family won a lottery and she was about to reveal how much.

From "If I Stay" by Gayle Forman