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Example Sentences

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Some analysts say China will have to step up purchases to keep its economy going during the summer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

All the drivers have agreed this was a welcome change but only a small step in the right direction.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“Restarting the Oswego hot mill is an important step forward for our operations and, most importantly, for our customers,” Novelis CEO Steve Fisher said in the media release.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

When employers pay their workers to work longer shifts, the potential next step is hiring more people, he noted.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

From out on the front step, J.W began barking his head off.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck