steam

Example Sentences

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We steam the soybeans and roast and crush the wheat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Primary election ballots will begin hitting California voters’ mailboxes in just a few weeks, and Swalwell’s campaign had been gaining steam and financial support that may now be up for grabs by other candidates.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Those are the types of stocks that could come in handy right now, since so many across the market are running out of steam after seeing major rallies.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

West Highland Chamber said it recognised that the Jacobite steam train had played an important part in the local hospitality and retail sectors for many years.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

The steam stopped coming out, and the shark didn’t smell any worse than it had before.

From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr