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Example Sentences

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Ms. Jeppson, who says that the videos are her sole source of income, defends them as necessary: “It’s not just to put my kids in harm’s way. I have to do this.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

But a police lawyer said the sole reason was to preserve public order.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

“Given that these days, EPS revisions are the almost sole driver of investment sentiment, we expect investors will react positively.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Social media companies bear the sole responsibility for checking Australia-based users are 16 or older.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

I’m sitting in math, and the teacher has this loose sole on his shoe, and every time he takes a step it makes the rudest noise you ever heard.

From "Girl in the Blue Coat" by Monica Hesse