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Example Sentences

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Donald Trump defended childhood vaccinations during a stop by “Full Measure with Sharyl Attkisson” on Sunday, saying only that he wished vaccines for infants and toddlers were smaller.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

Even some of my Times colleagues took a break from reporting to stop by and say hello.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

By the 1960s, it had a simple runway made of desert sand, used as a refuelling stop by airliners en route to arguably more exotic destinations.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

"We were very happy to see a special local visitor stop by our terminal gift shop to browse the toy aisle and see if it could find some new friends."

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

Because he knew I kept late hours, too, Henry would sometimes stop by late at night, on his way home from the library.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt