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Example Sentences
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Here’s a look at those races and the rest on the ballot.
From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026
"Let's have several... at least four," he said, as he sought to promote a new bill to clearly exempt independent bread and flower shops from mandatory rest on Labour Day.
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
But in this unpredictable environment, our alliance cannot rest on past achievements or assume that foundational principles simply endure.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
“They rest on considerations that go to the substance of an accused’s position before the law. The public conscience must be satisfied that fairness dominates the administration of justice.”
From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026
He gave one to Sister McCandless, who nodded and smiled, not breaking her rhythm, and he put the rest on a chair near Sister Price.
From "Go Tell It on the Mountain" by James Baldwin
