SOS

Example Sentences

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“Typically, a blockade does not mean a complete shutdown, but rather a disruption to the flow of imports and exports,” said Tim Meehan, security director for assistance in the Americas at International SOS.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

Their company, Curbside SOS, was bought last month by roadside-assistance platform Honk Technologies, which is controlled by private-equity investor Frontenac, said Matt Maloney, co-founder of Grubhub and Curbside.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Smith answered an SOS call last week and flew to Sri Lanka after captain and regular opening batsman Mitchell Marsh was injured by a throw-down during batting practice in Colombo a week ago.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

The goal of SOS is to impose standards in the social media industry much like video game, music and television industries caters to independent rating systems that indicate the age appropriateness of content.

From Salon • Feb. 11, 2026

“Remember, SOS is easy: three quick, three slow, three quick.”

From "Liar & Spy" by Rebecca Stead