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Example Sentences

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The European Union said last month it needed to act more forcefully to rebalance its trade relationship with China.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

“But then within our cast, it was really interesting how the former reality stars approached the games with the skills they brought with them. We thought it needed to go one way or another.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

While much more research is needed before the compound could be tested in people, the discovery opens the door to a new treatment strategy.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

In this case Israel would have needed to co-ordinate with US forces in the region over air routes.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

He needed all the powerful learning he could get to defend himself.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck