French

Example Sentences

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“One does not erase a civilization,” French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said in a local television interview.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

They were the last two French nationals being held in Iran.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Not having a dining room isn’t a problem because there’s a welcoming patio just outside the French doors, with two chairs, a couch and a coffee table.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

French Transport Minister Philippe Tabarot said he was heading to the scene along with the head of France's state-owned rail operator SNCF.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

My father is normally all corny jokes and French poetry and cheesy smiles.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller