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Example Sentences

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Immanuel Feyi-Waboso scored a sensational solo try on his return from injury as Exeter Chiefs beat Munster to reach the Challenge Cup quarter-finals.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Scotland's speed was proving too much for England's depleted defence and, after Russell went wide to Steyn on the right, play swept across field with unmarked back-row forward Ritchie scoring a try on the left.

From Barron's • Feb. 14, 2026

“Company,” a reggae tune with a guest appearance from Jamaican dancehall vocalist Buju Banton, gives Ms. Lennox an opportunity to try on a sing-song melodic guise and it suits her.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 27, 2026

Head right and try on Bar jackets and floaty white dresses to your heart’s content.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 10, 2025

I try on those words as if they're a new pair of slippers that don't quite fit.

From "Born Behind Bars" by Padma Venkatraman