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Example Sentences

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Last year it was a three over par third round that proved his undoing.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

An OpenAI spokesperson said the company is giving priority to growth over profits, and could dial back spending on training but expects a strong return on investment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

"Maintaining the level required to play in a top-division football team over a sustained period comes with a lot of pressure and competition."

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Levi Strauss, or Levi’s, as it is commonly known, has raised prices over the past year to mitigate the impact of tariffs.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

The end of a crowbar appears as a voice calls over the blaring horn.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith