Washington

Example Sentences

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The New York Times calling it "cold and forbidding", while the Washington Post described it as a "time warp."

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

He turned to speak directly to Theiling during the meeting in the city’s council chambers, adorned with a full-length portrait of George Washington.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Washington: All right, let’s get into that conversation now.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

He said, “I’m not going to Washington to sit quietly, protect the status quo, or wait my turn.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

It was a short ride on “the Metro” to Washington, DC—and all the museums, shops, theater, and coffee shops.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith