prime
Example Sentences
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"Of course, until yesterday the prime minister was claiming that this leadership had brought order to the chaos of illegal subsidies," it said.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
“You’ve got to be ready for prime time and you’re not,” said Birotte, a former U.S. attorney himself.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
In a Wednesday prime time address, the president assured that the U.S. would eventually end the war with Iran and that the Strait of Hormuz would “open up naturally” thereafter.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026
If the prime minister's message could be summarised in just one sentence, it was his admission that "this will not be easy".
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
The prime minister took his place in front of the microphone.
From "Stormbreaker" by Anthony Horowitz
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