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Example Sentences

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Fortunately for the Trojans, Adrian Lopez alertly threw home to easily nail Hacopian by several feet to end the inning.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

The hammer is the state law, and the nail is the agency.

From Slate • May 19, 2026

Nvidia earnings later this week could be the final nail in the coffin, particularly given the stock’s 31% gain since the start of the second quarter.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Lash and nail technician Lexie McGaughey is no stranger to staycations, having been to Newquay in Cornwall and Croyde in Devon with her family over the years.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

“No mistakes today, guys. If we nail everything on the first take, we can head home later tonight. If not, we’ll need to spend another night in the city.”

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein