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Example Sentences
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She added that while price pressures are picking up, the recovery in economic momentum since late last year has yet to be derailed.
While fans only caught a quick glimpse of Carla — who is said to be picking up extra shifts elsewhere — her name lingers in the script.
From Los Angeles Times
Kane missed the game against Japan after picking up a knock in training and England, who lacked ideas in attack, do not have a candidate who is ready to be his back-up.
From BBC
When Robyn issues a new song or album, it feels like picking up the telephone and hearing the voice of an old friend.
She was called up to England Under-23s for the first time in November, having previously played for the younger age groups, picking up 44 youth team caps.
From BBC
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