quarter

Example Sentences

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After the Lakers gave up a 9-0 run to start the second quarter, he hit a contested three out of a timeout to get the team back on track.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

But if tensions last through the third quarter, growth could slow to 4.7% this year, and to 4.8% the next.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

The company, which now focuses on industrial and communications software, posted adjusted earnings of 6 cents a share for its fiscal fourth quarter, up from 3 cents last year.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Economic growth was revised lower for the fourth quarter, and the longer oil prices stay higher, the worse it will be for households and their ability to keep spending.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

“And I’m so proud of your courage! But you have not even lived a quarter of your life. So what you don’t yet know is that there will be healing. And joy, and prosperity!”

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo