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Example Sentences

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In retrospect, she wishes she had taken more control when they were together.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

The 34-year-old said the black Range Rover was taken from her driveway in Brentwood, Essex, at about 03:00 BST on Sunday.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

Martina’s brother told Ahmad that she’d been interrogated by the FBI, that their address had been broadcast on the news, and that Martina had taken their girls to a safe place.

From Slate • Apr. 19, 2026

Police said the suspect taken in on outstanding warrants did not make it inside the couple’s 1920s Spanish-style home, only onto the property.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

“For your photograph. Get it taken today, and buy as many prints as you can.”

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu