they're
Americancontraction
Usage
See contraction.
Example Sentences
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“With the advent of BookTok, it allows you to have so much social chatter around these authors. They’re becoming new rock stars, in a way,” he says.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
They’re bright, punchy and just a little salty around the edges.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
They’re often geared toward broad audiences, major issuers and eye-catching rewards.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026
Trump told NBC’s Meet the Press that it’s “because they’re strong. They’re proud.”
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
They’re fresh, he thought, but the edges are slightly rounding over.
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
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