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Example Sentences

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On Wednesday, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works warned Angelenos to stay well away from waterways such as flood control channels, rivers, and streams -- even after the rain stopped.

From Barron's

Matthew Stafford was voted to the Pro Bowl this season, but the Rams veteran quarterback stopped concerning himself about the recognition more than a decade ago.

From Los Angeles Times

Saks is struggling financially and has missed payments to suppliers, some of whom have stopped shipping goods.

From The Wall Street Journal

Interior ministry forces searched some pedestrians or stopped people on motorbikes in the Old City.

From Barron's

Of course, a potential downside of starring in a show like that does mean you get stopped in the street and occasionally confused with your character.

From BBC