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Example Sentences
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One of the most enduring mysteries that has been puzzling scientists forever is how the Sun's outer atmosphere - the corona - is millions of degrees hotter than its surface.
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
It looks like a hairy alien from outer space.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026
Emblazoned on his outer forearm is a menacing portrait of Tony Montana from the 1983 film “Scarface.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
This means that for people standing in the right spot, the Moon totally covers the Sun -- revealing its outer atmosphere called the corona.
From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026
I reached for one, tore its outer pulp off with my teeth, and sucked the oily juice.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
