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Example Sentences
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"We saw on social media that people are talking about the war in Iran," Marcel said, standing by his motorcycle.
From Barron's
As the top LNG exporter, the U.S. stands to reap a windfall during the shortage, though adding new export capacity will take years.
Forts, where tens of thousands of enslaved Africans were once held under inhuman conditions, remain standing along the West African country's coast.
From BBC
For Miami Marlins pitcher Pete Fairbanks, who is also a member of the players union leadership, it comes down to recognizing that they stand on the shoulders of players who challenged the baseball establishment.
From Los Angeles Times
We stood atop a dirt patch next to a crumbling curb.
From Los Angeles Times
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