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Example Sentences

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Among the first to congratulate him were two former players — Bryant and Chatsworth coach Sam Harris, whose Chancellors play Granada Hills for the Division I title at 2 p.m.

From Los Angeles Times

Barry Hawkins reached his first semi-final of the season after seeing off a former world champion for the second day in a row.

From BBC

The Costa Rican former vice-president said she wanted to rebuild global trust in the United Nations if she becomes its next secretary-general.

From Barron's

Students on several campuses have embraced symbols of the monarchy, such as the country’s former flag, which has a “Lion and Sun” emblem on it associated with the dynasty.

From The Wall Street Journal

"We now have a new precedent in this country that presidents and former presidents can testify before this committee," Garcia added.

From BBC