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Example Sentences

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The survey’s headline index rose to 11, from a slightly negative minus 0.2 in March.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

He said it typically estimates age "within about 1.4 years, plus or minus" for those under 18.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

With her sharp features, geometric haircut and form-fitting black ensembles, she’s a Bond villain minus the martial arts skills — icy but with a flicker of feeling, which makes her interesting.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Orders minus transportation rose a healthy 0.8% in February and increased for the 11th straight month.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

“Well, guess I’ll see you at camp. Glad you feel better. Enjoy the soup minus the hot sauce.”

From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas