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Example Sentences

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Indeed, only last week, the president referred to Canada as "the 51st state", although there are also hopes that the tournament could provide an opportunity for diplomacy.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Panish and Grossman frequently clashed during the doctor’s testimony, and the judge repeatedly reminded him to answer only what he knew, not what he believed.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Lebanon’s government isn’t only impoverished and outgunned, it’s riven by the same sectarian splits as the society as a whole.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Over the past year, XLE has been the second-best performing sector, rallying 45% and trailing only technology.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

The only problem is, I’ve just come back from school, where I had a three-hour practice session.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold