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Example Sentences

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"But Korea had the courage to look what it had done straight in the eye" while "Denmark prefers to sweep everything under the rug," he said.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

As the conflict drags on, crude will remain on track for new highs, although a prolonged energy shock raises demand destruction risks “that could ultimately pull the rug from under crude’s advance,” he adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

The mayor described his approach as: “Don’t sweep it under the rug; don’t look the other way. Admit that we have a problem.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

For those trying to find some faith that not everything can be swept under the rug, look no further.

From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026

He turned the light off his phone and tried to make his way out of the office but tripped on the edge of the rug.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste