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Example Sentences

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The U.S. stock market has barely begun to price in such a supply-shock risk, experts say.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 29, 2026

James Conlon has begun his long goodbye as music director of Los Angeles Opera, and he does so by boasting big numbers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

It cannot be surgically removed and Sienna has begun an 18-month course of chemotherapy, but the tumour has caused her to lose her eyesight.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

We have begun not only to excuse scandal and unsavory behavior in our own ranks, but to reward it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

The sirens had begun drawing onlookers, and Molly could hear the distant wail of a fire engine.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny