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Example Sentences

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But soon those funds will be left to entice investors in a period when access to SpaceX isn’t so tough to get.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Only the top two finishers are assured of advancing to the knockout stages, so a quality team will be left behind.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Sadly, the U.S. is likely to be left behind.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

If the AI boom fizzles or the energy consumption of data centers wanes, they worry residents could be left paying off the infrastructure upgrades years from now.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

A thriller that might require the light to be left on overnight.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin