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Example Sentences

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Getting to the truth of the war's progress and its toll on the US, however, has taken deeper interrogation.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

The most recent data found that about 56% of Black homeowners had taken some step toward recovery, up from 27% in August.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Oli, 74, was taken to hospital since soon after his arrest for what police described as a procedural check-up, adding that he suffers from heart and kidney problems.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Investors are scratching their heads about why Estée Lauder would take on a complicated acquisition before the turnaround has really taken hold.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

And if it had gone round by the valleys, it would’ve taken days.’

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver