mean
Example Sentences
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What does that mean for the war in Iran?
From Slate • Apr. 7, 2026
"I mean complete demolition by 12 o'clock, and it'll happen over a period of four hours -- if we wanted to."
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
Voluntary compliance does not mean taxes were optional, she said: “It means taxpayers are expected to calculate and report what they owe themselves.”
From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026
"Being strong mentally doesn't necessarily mean completely cutting off your emotions," he says.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
As I say this, I really mean it, or I think I do—I really do think I’ll go play cribbage with his friends.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
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