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Example Sentences

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The engine rules were changed to attract new manufacturers - successfully - and only afterwards was it realised that the chassis rules would be problematic.

From BBC

The system relies not only on street cameras but also on cameras in public buildings -- including health centers -- and private buildings that agree to participate.

From Barron's

Patiently awaiting his subsidy at the Manila community centre, Cipriano said he could only pray for a quick end to the war.

From Barron's

The Maybank analysts pointed out that only a few ships seem to have passed through the strait successfully.

From The Wall Street Journal

It said roads were only being resurfaced, on average, once every 97 years, and that almost one in six local roads – equivalent to over 32,500 miles – had less than five years' structural life remaining.

From BBC