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Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

“So, Morrissey just walked off the stage at Greek Theatre after 30 min. Apparently, he was too cold. Meanwhile, it’s in the 50s,” wrote another.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 15, 2022

Time investment: 5 min., a few times/week Value: Low Effectiveness: Invisible Delightfulness: Prickly Ultimate recommendation: Send it to your frenemies.

From Slate • Feb. 23, 2019

Flying an F8U, Glenn failed by nine minutes, but he did knock 23 1/2 min. off the coast-to-coast speed record by covering the distance in 3 hr.

From Time • Dec. 8, 2016

An emergency can occur in any period of time - even a 10 min. trip to the store.

From New York Times • Jun. 28, 2012

He’s allowed only 15 min. for this—he’s timing it.

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein