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sentence

[sen-tns] / ˈsɛn tns /




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Maybe you’re telling a story and they can’t wait for you to finish a sentence.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

The two roads warranted just a sentence in Plaid's election manifesto, just like a new 20mph law in Labour's plans in 2021.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

He said that he hopes to be released in July, when he finishes serving his five-year sentence for contempt, public disorder and desecrating national symbols.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

If federal habeas review is functioning properly, prisoners with innocence claims should prefer it over compassionate release; the latter reduces the sentence, but keeps the conviction intact.

From Slate • May 29, 2026

Valley took a deep breath again, and her voice hitched with the next sentence.

From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega




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