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Example Sentences

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This type of explosion occurs when a massive star tears itself apart after releasing large amounts of helium-rich material shortly before it dies.

From Science Daily

Kyle visited Beijing in September of last year shortly after being appointed business secretary.

From BBC

The Welsh Conservatives were among the parties that spoke to Cardiff ministers, but in the end it was Plaid Cymru which agreed to allow the budget to pass shortly before the Christmas break.

From BBC

He died shortly after 19:00 on 3 October 2022, with his death recorded as brain injury caused by a lack of oxygen and sepsis.

From BBC

CoStar stock climbed 6.8% shortly after the open in response to the letter—on track for its largest increase since July.

From Barron's